Description

As the global population ages, dementia is becoming an increasingly urgent clinical concern. In this informative 2-hour on-demand course, Dr. Guy Annunziata offers chiropractors a foundational understanding of cognition, dementia, and its many forms, helping you better recognize and support patients experiencing cognitive decline.

You'll explore what defines normal cognitive function, the distinctions between different types of dementia—including Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, and Lewy body dementia—and examine early precursors and risk factors that may signal the onset of neurodegenerative conditions.

Whether you're working with aging patients, caregivers, or simply want to broaden your clinical perspective, this course empowers you to recognize warning signs and contribute meaningfully to multidisciplinary care.

In this course, you’ll learn to:

Define cognition and understand how it is affected by dementia

Recognize the primary types of dementia and their key characteristics

Identify early warning signs and precursors to cognitive decline

Gain confidence in supporting patients through early education and referral

Be prepared to recognize the signs—and help patients navigate the road ahead.