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Executive function in Parkinson's disease and subcortical disorders.

J W Elias1, J E Treland

  • 1Department of Psychology, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409-2051, USA.

Seminars in Clinical Neuropsychiatry
|May 7, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Early cognitive changes in subcortical disorders like Parkinson's disease are often missed. This article highlights the subcortical cognitive profile and executive function deficits, offering assessment and adjustment strategies.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Subcortical disorders, including Parkinson's disease, present complex cognitive changes.
  • Early-stage cognitive impairments are frequently overlooked due to diagnostic focus.
  • A specific subcortical cognitive profile is associated with these conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To elucidate the nature of the "context of discovery" in diagnosing subcortical disorders.
  • To define the subcortical cognitive profile and the role of executive dysfunction.
  • To demonstrate the utility of brief assessments for executive function and apathy in Parkinson's disease patients.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the diagnostic context in subcortical disorders.
  • Analysis of the subcortical cognitive profile, emphasizing executive function.

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  • Application of brief executive function assessments and apathy screens in Parkinson's disease.

    • Main Results:

    • Executive function failure is a key component of the subcortical cognitive profile.
    • Brief assessments are effective in identifying executive function impairments in Parkinson's disease.
    • Apathy screening can complement cognitive assessments.

    Conclusions:

    • Early identification of executive function deficits is crucial for managing subcortical disorders.
    • Clinicians can utilize brief assessments to aid in diagnosis and patient support.
    • Strategies are needed to help patients, caregivers, and families adapt to executive function impairments.