What is the likely situation of older people who notice in themselves a significant decline of memory? How might early identification of the memory loss help?

Key terms and concepts that maybe included in student responses:
▪ Although some memory decline is typical of aging, research shows that some people who notice a significant decline are in fact in early stages of dementia.
▪ Early identification of memory problems and treatment with cognitive training may help slow the progression into major neurocognitive disorder