Computerized cognitive testing for older adults: a review

Authors:

Zygouris, Stelios and Tsolaki, Magda

Abstract:

OBJECTIVE: This article is a review of computerized tests and batteries used in the cognitive assessment of older adults.

METHOD: A literature search on Medline followed by cross-referencing yielded a total of 76 citations.

RESULTS: Seventeen test batteries were identified and categorized according to their scope. Computerized adaptive testing (CAT) and the Cambridge Cognitive Examination CAT battery as well as 3 experimental batteries and an experimental test are discussed in separate sections. All batteries exhibit strengths associated with computerized testing such as standardization of administration, accurate measurement of many variables, automated record keeping, and savings of time and costs. Discriminant validity and test-retest reliability were well documented for most batteries while documentation of other psychometric properties varied.

CONCLUSION: The large number of available batteries can be beneficial to the clinician or researcher; however, care should be taken in order to choose the correct battery for each application

DOI:

URL:

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24526761

Journal:

Am. J. Alzheimers. Dis. Other Demen

issn:

1938-2731

Publication year:

2015

pages:

13-28

Symptom status:

Cognitive/mental state

Functional status:

Cognitive/mental functioning

Age:

Seniors (65+)

Disease:

Mental and behavioural disorders and related symptoms

PRO / non-PRO:

Non-patient Reported Outcome
Patient Reported Outcome

Type of measurement instrument:

2 - Interviews
4 - Performance-based tests
6 - Clinical rating scales

Instrument:

ANAM - Automatic Neuropsychological Assessment Metrics (versions: Ped-ANAM)
CALLS - Cognitive Assessment of Later Life Status
CAMCI - Computer Assessment of Mild Cognitive Impairment
CAMCOG - Cambridge Cognitive Examination (versions: CAMCOG-R; CAMCOG-CAT)
CANS-MCI - Computer-Administered Neuropsychological Screen for Mild Cognitive Impairment
CANTAB - Cambridge Neuropsychological Test Automated Battery (versions: CANTAB-Mobile; CANTAB-Spatial working memory)
CDRTB - Cognitive Drug Research Test Battery
CFT - Cognitive Function Test
CNSVS - CNS Vital Signs
CNTB - Computerized Neuropsychological Test Battery
CogniScreen
COGselftest
CSI - Cognitive Stability Index
DEMBAT - Automatic Neuropsychological Assessment Metrics Dementia Battery
Experimental battery developed by Inoue et al. Inoue et al
Experimental battery developed by Kluger et al. Kluger et al
Experimental test developed by Maki et al.
MCI Screen - Mild Cognitive Impairment Screening
MicroCog
Neurotrax (also known as Mindstreams)
TDAS - Touch Panel-Type Dementia Assessment Scale