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How is cognitive impairment diagnosed? To work out if you have cognitive impairment, your doctor might ask questions to test your: memory concentration understanding They may also ask your family or carers questions. This is because they may have noticed changes in your behaviour over time. Doctors may also examine you, and do more tests to try to find the cause. How is cognitive impairment treated? Treatment will depend on what is causing your cognitive impairment. Exercise, healthy sleep and relaxation techniques may also help. You may find familiar objects comforting. Not every older person has cognitive impairment. But cognitive impairment is more common in older people. What are the complications of cognitive impairment? People who have delirium and confusion have a higher chance of falls and injuries. It’s important to avoid dangerous activities like driving.

What is cognitive impairment? Cognitive impairment is when you have problems remembering things and solving problems. Cognitive impairment is not an illness. It can be caused by many conditions.   You may struggle with: remembering things paying attention speaking or understanding recognising people, places or things experiencing new places and situations — you may become overwhelmed Cognitive impairment can come and go. This is often called delirium. Delirium can be a sign of serious medical problems. Cognitive impairment can go from mild to severe. What are the symptoms of cognitive impairment? If someone you know has cognitive impairment, you may notice: they sometimes feel confused, agitated or distressed a change in their speech or behaviours that they struggle to finish their daily tasks

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