About the ALZselftest

Recognizing the need for an easily accessible test for every user, we've developed the ALZSelftest to help catch early signs of dementia and cognitive impairment in people ages 50 and older. You can take the test on the Internet with just basic computer skills-or with the help of a friend or family member if you are uncomfortable using a computer.

Click here for a brief video on the ALZselftest and testimonials from people who have taken the test.

The online ALZSelftest evolved from the paper self-test created by Dr. John H. Dougherty Jr. in 2002. More than 1500 trials of the paper test have been conducted, and studies of the online version of the test show it to be a reliable tool, not only for identifying cognitive impairment, but also for zeroing in on the specific areas that need improvement.

It is our hope that by making this online version of the test accessible to more people, we can begin to reduce the number of people who fall through the diagnostic cracks until it is too late for effective treatment.

This test is quick (about 10 minutes), easy to take and reliable. It looks at the six major areas, or cognitive domains, that are likely to be impaired by dementia.

Cognitive domains

Orientation: The awareness of time, place, situation and self

Visuo-spatial ability: The ability to visualize, organize, manipulate and recreate objects

Verbal fluency: The ability to quickly and accurately use language

Memory: The ability to recall information and previous experiences as well as to learn and store new information

Attention: The ability to concentrate and focus on information without being easily distracted

Executive processing: The ability to reason and make decisions and judgments

By assessing the skills in each area, the ALZ Selftest can help you and your doctor identify areas that may need attention and help you monitor changes and improvements.

Take the first step toward managing your brain health. Take the ALZselftest.