Cognition and Activity of Daily Living Function in people with Parkinson's disease.

ABSTRACT: The ability to perform activities of daily living (ADL) function is a multifaceted construct that reflects functionality in different daily life situations. The loss of ADL function due to cognitive impairment is the core feature for the diagnosis of Parkinson's disease dementia (PDD). In contrast to Alzheimer's disease, ADL impairment in PD can be compromised by various factors, including motor and non-motor aspects. This narrative review summarizes the current state of knowledge on the association of cognition and ADL function in people with PD and introduces the concept of "cognitive ADL" impairment for those problems in everyday life that are associated with cognitive deterioration as their primary cause. Assessment of cognitive ADL impairment is challenging because self-ratings, infor

SUBMITTER: Bode M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11489248 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature