The White House is in turmoil as President Joe Biden’s debate performance in Atlanta sparks concerns about his cognitive function and rumors of dementia. While critics within the Democratic Party call for his resignation, experts suggest Biden’s cognitive decline aligns with his age of 81 and a half.
Although speculation runs rampant, a cognitive test like MoCa could provide clarity. This ten-minute assessment evaluates memory, spatial perception, executive function, abstraction, attention, language skills, and more. The results help identify early signs of dementia or cognitive impairment.
Key parameters in the test include:
- Short-term memory
- Spatial perception
- Executive function
- Abstraction
- Attention and concentration
- Serial subtraction
- Language skills
- Speech fluency
- Orientation in time and place
- In years of education
An overall score of 26 or higher is deemed normal. As the debate fallout continues, the focus shifts to Biden’s cognitive health, with the MoCa test potentially offering insights.