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- The study focuses on the Mini-Cog test as an early screening tool for cognitive decline, particularly in the elderly population of Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.
- Researchers tested the Mini-Cog through a smartphone app on 40 participants aged 65-85, finding a positive association with professional assessments, though the reliability of repeated tests was affected by learning effects.
- The app not only assesses cognitive function but also provides guidance on preventing cognitive decline and referrals to medical services if a low score is detected, promoting ongoing health management.
Article Abstract
Objective: Cognitive decline is an important and well-documented health problem. The Mini-Cog, a simple cognitive function test, is recommended as a potential early cognitive screening tool. Kanagawa Prefecture, one of the largest prefectures in Japan, developed this self-testing application on a smartphone to enable a large number of residents to assess their cognitive function. This study aimed to verify the validity and reliability of the Mini-Cog.
Results: Twenty men and 20 women aged 65-85 years were enrolled. Criterion-related validity of the method tested by professional staff was found to have an acceptable positive association. The test-retest reliability was lower than the clinically expected intraclass correlation coefficient value because of the inclusion of learning and order effects. If the Mini-Cog score of this application is low, the system is equipped with a function that advises the users on preventing cognitive decline, directing them to the appropriate services, and recommending visits to a medical institution. Therefore, the system can be used continuously as a tool for health behaviors and promotions.
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