Validation of the Computerized Cognitive Assessment Test: NNCT

Itxasne Oliva () and Joan Losa
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Itxasne Oliva: Ubikare Zainketak S.L, Avenida Axpeko Erribera (pol Axpe, ed c), 11, 48950 Erandio, Spain
Joan Losa: Ubikare Zainketak S.L, Avenida Axpeko Erribera (pol Axpe, ed c), 11, 48950 Erandio, Spain

IJERPH, 2022, vol. 19, issue 17, 1-12

Abstract: Population aging brings with it cognitive impairment. One of the challenges of the coming years is the early and accessible detection of cognitive impairment. Therefore, this study aims to validate a neuropsychological screening test, self-administered and in software format, called NAIHA Neuro Cognitive Test (NNCT), designed for elderly people with and without cognitive impairment. This test aims to digitize cognitive assessments to add greater accessibility than classic tests, as well as to present results in real time and reduce costs. To this end, a comparison is made with tests such as MMSE, Clock Drawing Test (CDT) and CAMCOG. For this purpose, the following statistical analyses were performed: correlations, ROC curves, and three ANOVAs. The NNCT test evaluates seven cognitive areas and shows a significant and positive correlation with other tests, at total and subareas levels. Scores are established for the detection of both mild cognitive impairment and dementia, presenting optimal sensitivity and specificity. It is concluded that the NNCT test is a valid method of detection of cognitive impairment.

Keywords: cognition; dementia; neuropsychology; serious games; computerized (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: I I1 I3 Q Q5 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2022
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