In:
Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society, Cambridge University Press (CUP), Vol. 7, No. 5 ( 2001-07), p. 535-543
Abstract:
The relative insensitivity of traditional IQ tests to
mild cognitive deficits has led investigators to develop a version of the widely used Wechsler intelligence scales
that allows quantitative analysis of underlying qualitative responses. This instrument, the Wechsler Adult Intelligence
Scale–Revised as a Neuropsychological Instrument (WAIS–R NI) was administered to 16 Parkinson's
disease (PD) patients and 30 normal controls (NC). The 2 groups did not differ significantly in mean age or education,
or on their mean Mattis Dementia Rating Scale score. Relative to NC participants, PD patients showed decreased visual
attention span, longer response latencies, slower visuomotor processing, and more stimulus-bound errors. Many of the
WAIS–R NI measures were able to detect cognitive impairment in a greater percentage of patients than the
traditional WAIS–R measures, making it easier to identify deficits that could affect quality of life early
in the course of the disease. ( JINS , 2001, 7 ,
535–543.)
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
1355-6177
,
1469-7661
DOI:
10.1017/S1355617701755014
Language:
English
Publisher:
Cambridge University Press (CUP)
Publication Date:
2001
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2000018-2
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5,2
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