Ever since President Joe Biden's June 2024 debate with Donald Trump, many people have wondered if his slow responses and difficulty staying on topic might indicate cognitive decline. Experts say it can be hard to distinguish cognitive decline from normal slowing due to aging. However, neurologists and psychologists can help determine this through in-person assessments based on questions and lab tests. While it might be nothing to worry about, it may be a treatable condition such as an infection, or it could be early signs of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
Click on for everything you need to know about getting a cognitive assessment and the signs that you should get one.