Cognitive ImpairmentCognitive impairment occurs when there is a problem with perceiving, thinking, or remembering. Strokes are a common cause of cognitive impairment. Other causes include head injuries and some chronic diseases, such as sickle cell disease or multiple sclerosis. Cognitive impairment may cause difficulties with: - Memory, especially short-term memory.
- Problem solving.
- Attention span, especially in a mental task such as a math calculation.
- Expressing oneself, such as finding the right words to use in a conversation.
Therapy may help a person make the most of his or her abilities. Current as of:
May 12, 2017 Author:
Healthwise Staff Medical Review:
Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine & E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine & Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine & Myron F. Weiner, MD - Geriatric Psychiatry |
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