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  • Neuroscience
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Gerontology

Background:

  • The Loewenstein Acevedo Scales of Semantic Interference and Learning (LASSI-L) shows promise as an early indicator of Alzheimer's Disease (AD) pathology.
  • LASSI-L differentiates amnestic Mild Cognitive Impairment (aMCI) with high amyloid load from other causes.
  • A web-based brief computerized version, LASSI-BC, was developed to enhance standardization, scoring, and accessibility.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Evaluate the psychometric properties and clinical utility of the LASSI-BC.
  • Assess the LASSI-BC's ability to differentiate cognitively normal (CN) older adults from those with aMCI.

Main Methods:

  • Older adults underwent comprehensive clinical and neuropsychological evaluations.
  • Participants were administered the LASSI-BC, a computerized version of the LASSI-L.
  • Test-retest reliability and discriminant validity of LASSI-BC subscales were assessed.

Main Results:

  • LASSI-BC subscales exhibited high test-retest reliability.
  • The instrument demonstrated discriminant validity in differentiating cognitive groups.

Conclusions:

  • The LASSI-BC is a valid and practical cognitive tool.
  • It effectively aids in the detection of aMCI in older adults.