Episodic memory (EM) is a neuropsychological marker of Alzheimer's disease (AD) (Thomas-Anterion, 2006). Current tests for its assessment do not take into account the identity and emotional aspects of memory (Van der Linden et al., 2018). However, there are models that integrate links with identity, self-awareness and experience. Pause et al. (2013) propose criteria to create ecological tools, including consideration of the emotional valence of memories and the spatio-temporal context of acquisition. In line with these criteria, we have developed a new tool: the NEM (New evaluation of Episodic Memory). Preliminary studies show different response profiles on the NEM among patients (Launay et al., 2023). We now want to evaluate the relevance of this tool in the differential diagnosis of AD.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
150
The intervention is part of the neuropsychological assessment carried out as part of routine care. It consists of carrying out the neuropsychological tests traditionally used to investigate the diagnostic hypothesis of Alzheimer's disease.
University hospital
Tours, France
RECRUITINGScore total NEM (new memory assessment)
Sum of the episodic elements
Time frame: baseline
NEM sub-scores
Sum of the episodic elements by category
Time frame: baseline
Total RL/RI 16 Recall
(Van der Linden et al., 2014)
Time frame: baseline
Delayed Mem Logic Recall
(MEM IV, Wechsler, 2014)
Time frame: baseline
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