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Core Cognitive Domains
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Four core cognitive domains

  1. Recent memory - ability to learn and recall new information
  2. Language - either comprehension or expression
  3. Visuospatial ability - comprehension and effective manipulation of nonverbal, graphic or geographic information
  4. Executive function - ability to plan, perform abstract reasoning, solve problems, focus despite distractions and shift focus when appropriate 

 



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