How's Your Memory? Try This Memory Test with a Psychiatrist

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There’s no better way to learn about the memory test for Alzheimers and dementia than seeing an example memory test in action with a psychiatrist.
What we do know about the brain is that it gets less sharp and productive with age. In this clip from our Alzheimers and dementia series, the doctor asks Kyle example questions from a mental screening test for dementia called "the mini cognitive assessment."
This leader in psychiatry performs an example memory test on Kyle and afterward, Kyle and Dr. Sportelli chat about how spotting the signs and symptoms looks for the different stages of the disease.
Many people have aging loved ones who "forget." This screening session for Alzheimers is integral in seeing if that forgetfulness could be a sign of Alzheimers or dementia.
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[@Sanskruti-2222]

I remember the words and I draw the clock so how is my memory plzzz reply

[@sharonbroderick4048]

loved it when the dog reacted to the word ball

[@CherryTree186]

Balls 🙃

[@Warnerboyz31]

I dont remember there being a dog??

[@MsamerieJohnson]

Wow, I forgot the 3 words and if he said quarter to or quafter after. Does depression cause cognitive impairment.

[@Cabutronize]

If I recall correctly, it can

[@nadilove6897]

I forgot 1 word and where to put the hands. Idk why but my brain went to 10 n 2. Lol.

[@JesusSaves77799]

@@nadilove6897 are you dyslexic by chance?

[@MrBarrynicholas]

Another five minutes with this guy and I could become a brain surgeon.

[@urboimmv5414]

It’s a neurosurgeon not a “brain surgeon”

[@drpoundsign]

WOW! I'm an Internist and just took the mindcrowd test online. I remembered very few of the word pairs. My Hippocampus must be Toast!

[@NYnative61]

When I was around 54 (7 years ago), I had special cognitive testing done by a neurologist for early Alzheimers. It was very involved and took a total of about 3 hours. I felt like I did poorly on certain parts. Conclusion: No Alzheimers, but I have a short attention span. He gave me a heavy duty multivitamin and some other supplements to keep me focused. Also told me it's OK if I can't find my keys, but it's not ok if someone else finds them in the kitchen cupboard or medicine chest.

[@andrewjames2617]

Just curious if you don’t mind sharing, what are some of the specific vitamins and supplements the doc prescribed you? I’m 51 and I think I might be in a similar situation as you. Haven’t had any major testing done yet but curious about what you are taking. Thanks

[@titaa56]

@@andrewjames2617 You would want to increase anything that helps with oxygen transportation. Iron is good. But of course not much. Coq10 which is good for heart and circulation. B6 helps for improved sleep and memory recollection. Magnesium good for muscle relaxation. Good form of omegas. Hemp Seed extract is great for that. CBD oil full spectrum is an overall healing oil due to our very own endocannabinoid system which helps heal and balance our system out. Chaga, Reishi, Cordiceps, Lions Mane mushroom supplements which are extremely important for your overall health especially your brain which all these mushrooms have been proven to protect, support and balance brain as a whole. And continue to take personal memory testing. Exercise!! Drink lots of water, balanced diet, and enough rest/sleep. Meditation is essential.

[@BostYT]

@@andrewjames2617i also want to know

[@sadiaarman363]

Remembered the words easily..loved the test

[@thomasbayer2832]

Excellent advice ☝🏻

[@isabellasmith853]

This is my new favorite channel

[@little_tish8452]

So happy I remembered the words

[@titaa56]

YAAAAAY!!!! I got a clean bill of health now!!🥳👏🏻🎉🎊🎂💯🏆👌🙃

[@paularose3110]

Thankyou. I have been so worried. People have been saying they are worried about me.

[@equalgaming171]

great so i did the "loci" method and now i have a ball stuck to my head, with a safety pen in my neck, and a driveway weighing down my shoulders🙂

[@cassiebrittny982]

Did the test and the results are in I dont know what a quarter after two is

[@glebvinokurov7045]

if I went to see a psychiatrist and he looked like this, I don't think I'd be able to pay attention to any number of words I'd have to remember (I did though).

[@pd9971]

What kind if test do you do for PCS?

[@dnt_vtepedr]

I have to paint a picture in my head to remember things. Then I'm good to go. I pictured the ball rolling down the sidewalk and wobbling side to side because a safety pin got stuck in it and it couldn't roll straight. When you have ADHD you come up with all kinds of odd ways to remember details because about 2 seconds later you get distracted but something totally off topic.

[@TheQueenIsWithin]

Me too. I had to make a picture in my mind and I mistakenly pictured a parking lot instead of a driveway.

[@pixelotter]

Is this how the mock screening work? Psychiatrist: ok, the mock screening begins now. Patient: oK, tHe mOcK sCreENiNg bEgInS nOw

[@someamorplease]

I forgot the last word and it was only like 25 seconds lol bye everybody.

[@mohammedalghamdi8057]

samee wtf

[@hiddenhope7569]

I switched the last word around, its over.

[@Johny40Se7en]

No, not fucking "bye" at all. You look young, so maybe your brain's not being stimulated enough. Especially with learning new skills. Only you can change that 👍

[@Pfsif]

I'm going to wear a watch with the numbers for the test.

[@FatLittleOldLady]

I drew the clock but you never asked him about the driveway you had to safety pin because someone hit it with a ball too hard. :D

[@norapeace6526]

Omg! I drew the clock wrong!!! And I put the wrong time! Is something wrong with me? I didn’t space the numbers far enough apart to fit the whole clock

[@taylorbarnett1199]

Is there a way to help your cognitive functioning when you have borderline personality disorder and anxiety? I know cognitive function can be affected with those. Because I definitely could not remember those words

[@phoenixrising4448]

Wow I have both and never realized this. I'm going to do some research on this and I'll come back here and comment if I find something!

[@ninikim23]

Same here. I forgot the words.

[@jayb2175]

Same and now my anxiety is 10x

[@abdulkhafidsulaymaan]

im glad they're having fun but I'm trying to figure out if my mom has dementia over here..

[@ulefuel7560]

Same man

[@snmobley03]

Having been an elementary math teacher, it is sadly becoming less relevant to teach time in regards to analog clocks (even with Common Core, which is a joke). Yes time calculation is taught, but the average American youth "learns" and forgets. Honestly, if you asked them how to even read an analog clock they are helpless. So a test such as this, when they mature, will prove to be VERY problematic ijs

[@Bojan_V]

Oh please. All relatively healthy people should know what time it is. And if they dont know, they should learn by the time they get older. What's wrong with the americans?

[@valentinrafael9201]

Did remember all the words, forgot to write the numbers on the analog clock ( dont even remember hearing him saying it ) lol

[@abuabi7139]

This is the moment I realised I'm fucked up.... 😭😭😭

[@MsamerieJohnson]

I forgot the last word and the time he told him to write down for the clock despite watching this already.😒 Looks like I'll ace that mental health exam for disability, Ive been complaining about cognitive problem for years.

[@yarnparadise6308]

What does it mean if my memory is just 1 year old. I forget events older than that.

[@kaylenedawnbuteaufitnessbu2282]

What or where is the scientific data for the 3 word test? I can't find it.

[@kross199]

Kaylene Dawn Mini-Mental State Examination - Alzheimer's Testing

[@kaylenedawnbuteaufitnessbu2282]

@@kross199 Yes, I'm familiar with the MMSE, but that doesn't ask the 3 words. They are 2 different tests from what I've learned.

[@led_by_pied_pipers1530]

for 3 days i've been meaning to take this test (saved it on watch later) but i keep forgetting. i feel like i'll definately fail at it.

[@breannapiscitelli3941]

Who should I talk to you if I did not pass this test. I have ADHD but it is medicated. My memory has been obnoxiously bad in the past two months and I’ve been kind of concerned.

[@walidsarwary]

How old are you ? How many words did you remember from this test ?

[@nicolereadstarot]

What if you didn't write any numbers on the clock and just the hands??

[@princessadora]

can ptsd mimic this? (just wondering if i'll recover). been going on since 2012

[@princessadora]

also my dna chart has alzhemiers at the top as biggest concern so i'm really hoping i don't have early onset. i got my symptoms in my 30s. (promethease)

[@kennethlynch2907]

Hey Princess Adora... I have PTSD and thought I would share a couple of things that came to mind when I read your post. I have had PTSD since I was 10 and it was compounded when I served in the military. My PTSD manifested in a constant state of hyper-vigilance and my fight, flight, or freeze response was on 24/7. Until... Before i tell you about the 'until' let me just say that a significant amount of my mental capacity took on the responsibility of dealing with my PTSD symptoms. Which definitely affected my capacity in other cognitive skills/task like memory. In 2012 I entered a program for veterans and for the first time in my life became aware that I have PTSD (I was 42). I embraced the program with all of my energy and started trying new things above and beyond the program. Including: mindfulness meditation, psychotherapy, journaling, crossfit, riding a bike, ballet (haha... it was a kick), yoga. Doing all of these new things really engaged my mind. If you know anything about neuroplasticity you'll understand that doing new things, like this, has your brain engaged and actually changing physically. So all of these experiences had an impact. However, without question the habit and skill that had the greatest positive impact on my PTSD (reducing symptoms) was/is mindfulness meditation. If you don't know anything about it I would be happy to answer any questions you have. There are plenty of resources out there. Here is the thing... For 32 years I was in a constant state of hyper-vigilance 24/7 365. It had been with me for so long that I thought it was normal and everybody dealt with stuff like that. The cool thing is that switch that resides in the amygdala area of the brain finally went off at some point in 2012. For me that is a miracle. Guess what else my memory is wicked good now. No kidding... One more thing. Stress is the biggest memory killer in the world. I sense you may be a bit stressed about PTSD, your memory, and the future. Someone wise told me once "Never borrow trouble". I try to remember that when I start worrying about what might happen, imagining trouble before it comes, or just being in the future all the time that means my life is passing me by while I am somewhere else. I try to stay in the present. Maybe you can too... Mindfulness meditation helps with that too. Oh and if you are concerned about such things mindfulness meditation has been researched and qualifies as a evidence-based therapy. Feel to respond back if you want or not. Either way God bless you. Be well.

[@ducky239]

​@@kennethlynch2907 I has question. Can PTSD cause dementia-like symptoms? I am a teen(15) and was wondering if I was too young to have dementia. I can remember some things but it seemed that over time, I started having panic attacks and thought that I was losing my memories. I also get to seem distracted over the little things and not focus on what other people say, I forget where I place my things and also forget what I am learning in school and lose my sense of coordination. I seem to panic over reading into symptoms of AD and dementia and other things that involve loss of memory and I feel confused and scared I may have something wrong going on in my brain. Is there a chance I may have it at this age or is it my mind that is making these symptoms or do I just have cognitive impairment because of stress and anxiety I am currently now going through? Because I also seem to not have pleasure in the daily things I do like I used to but I still remember the things I liked to do but don't find the fun in them anymore.

[@kennethlynch2907]

@@ducky239 Hi -first let me say that I empathize and have compassion for you and what you are going through. I sense your overwhelm and things may seem a little hopeless to you right now. I want you to know that is normal and you are going to be ok. Remember "This too shall pass"... The one thing we can count is change. So that brings us to you and what you want to change. I am not a Psychologist or Psychiatrist and can't answer your questions about dimentia because I don't know enough about you or the subject. I do have some advice for you though coming from a person who cares and has been in a place similar to where you are now. First, I recommend that you see a professional. If you are in school check with your counselor they should provide a service to their students. If you work there should be a service your employer provides and your insurance might cover some of the cost too. There are also some online options too and they say therapy is just as effective over skype as it is in person. This one step will make a huge difference for you and help you to clear away those things that areas seemingly demanding your attention, like 'do I have dementia' and all the other worries you have, so you can focus in on life moment by moment and start moving towards a better you and life. DO THIS! I promise you won't regret it. Second, look into mindfulness meditation. When you start meditating it may seem like not much as happening or it may feel real uncomfortable or both. Whatever happens let that be ok and stick with it for at least 15 minutes (or 30 if you can manage it) a day for 30 days. The issues you are having with focus will get better through the practice of meditation. Let me know if you have questions. There is more I want to say but I am short on time. Check back in with me if you want. I would be happy to answer the questions i can and guide you to someone to answer the questions I can't. Try to take it easy. You are going to be ok. Instead of focusing on all of your problems start looking for solutions to those problems and more importantly start taking action on those solutions. You can and will get better if you do this. God bless and be well.

[@Peter_1986]

Do you think that math can help with preventing dementia? I am only 36 years old at the moment, but I am wondering because I find math a lot of fun, and I feel like it is very mentally stimulating. My math level so far is slightly above partial differential equations, and most math problems nowadays definitely require my full focus.

[@uhclem]

I think some people love math and some hate it.

[@bobbyaustralia8509]

I remembered ball, *paper clip*, driveway 😭

[@Waterboy2434]

Could I have childhood dimentia even though I was diagnosed with severe adhd at 7 could this still be causing this

[@MrQuickscopermw2]

ADHD can definitely cause memory issues

[@Waterboy2434]

@@MrQuickscopermw2 thanks I’m also a hypochondriac if I think something you can bet I’m gonna say the wrong thing at the wrong time just by one little distraction

[@walidsarwary]

Did you pass this test ? Cause I have adhd and I struggle to remember all the words, some times I pass and sometimes I fail I wanna know if I am not alone

[@nitac.9444]

This is what they had my husband do but this is not what is happening to his memory. So where do you start because my 51 year old husband keeps forgetting things that he has said or been told within a few minutes. What doctors does he need to see? Another thing is that this has been going on for a year 1/2. We talked to a neurologist but he didn't believe what I was telling him. At that time my husband was not really aware of the forgetfulness. But now they are seeing it where he works and others are telling my husband about him forgetting things. He's also changing in his personality as well.

[@merrytunes8697]

I’m a 43 year old female and I fear I have dementia as well. Not sure what part my brain is malfunctioning, nor which type of physician I need to see to correct or reverse the damage.

[@Sanskruti-2222]

Can I remember answers 🤔

[@ThatElephantintheRoom]

Wow I am fine

[@nicolereadstarot]

What if you have memory issues under 30 yrs old?

[@butwhytho4858]

I told my psychiatrist about this. Even told him about my grandmother not being able to walk, talk, eat, or make eye contact by age 50. I asked him how I could get info on testing for Alzheimer’s or Huntington’s disease. He said he wasn’t sure because that testing was so rare and that I should talk to the psychologist he was referring me to for BPD…… and now I see that this is likely what psychiatrist do. Great. The healthcare system in America makes me want to burn down the whole establishment sometimes smh But then I realize that’s probably just the BPD talking lolololol 😭😭😭😅

[@crimsontrigger3632]

try a third world country instead. u would probably think the healthcare over there is heaven afterwards😂

[@butwhytho4858]

@@crimsontrigger3632 not really. I pay hundreds a month for healthcare insurance in the US and can’t afford to see a Dr anymore lol. So no. No I wouldn’t think that. We are on our own here. Medical services are just for the rich or extremely poor. If you’re dirt poor here you get everything. Discounted housing, discounted lunch for kids, Medicaid, free dental and eye included, sometimes even discounted cel phones lol. The lower middle class or upper-lower class can’t get anything or help here, and I’d say that’s probably a majority of Americans. Hey but the rest are set LOL

[@brianwilliams6555]

Neurologist specialize in Dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

[@F9al3li]

I did the clock right but I forgot (ball). Is it a sign?

[@Peter_1986]

I don't think that forgetting one word on one attempt should be any concern. But if you want to do this test more times, then you could simply choose 3 random words on your own, and try it again.

[@Merrygerryy]

The only word I remembered was saftey pen😬

[@Cr1msonRed]

Lmao I said ball, stapler, and digital pen 😃

[@LightintheDark2056]

👍❤️

[@hetrav6946]

Doc , i still dont remember the 3rd world , is it the reg flag? Any suggetion?

[@walidsarwary]

Do you have adhd ?

[@mariopuzo4509]

Is that uncle Jesse?!hes a therapist? Where's his bike?!

[@Christynmaine]

Lab says "Ball! I know Ball!" "Where Ball?"

[@Doinitwell007]

What if I said ball driveway safety pin

[@petermetcalfe6722]

I only remembered the first word. A minute later, after them being repeated, I still can't remember them.

[@ItsLoriK]

I kind of cheated by constantly repeating the 3 words in my head while drawing the clock mentally.

[@Cryptonymicus]

I did that too and almost immediately forget what time I should put on the clock lol. But five minutes later I still remember BSpD.

[@Peter_1986]

I imagined a safety pin stuck on a ball that was rolling on a driveway.

[@drunkbitch3234]

@@Peter_1986 lol

[@daveborn1971]

John stomos

[@BelieverinChrist4ever]

What if I missed one word?

[@ljgfb]

U did not draw that in 2 to 3 min

[@hideandseekman]

I forgot driveway before he started drawing

[@theR0NIN]

Good video! I know it's good because I passed the test ;) However, Kyle only had to remember the words for 35 seconds, so maybe this wasn't the best demonstration of that aspect of the test. But it got the concepts across! On a different note, you might want to get your makeup artist and lighting crew together to review the final results. Your faces look jaundiced (especially Kyle's) , and the makeup doesn't show up evenly. Plus, if you make up the face, you should always make up the back of the hands as well. Just a couple of tips from a former makeup artist (one who's maybe too detail oriented in the comment section)!

[@micahhall6998]

lmao

[@somewhereinthemidwest9827]

I remembered safety pin..

[@Wow-br7tm]

I didn’t remember the words... am i gonna die?

[@kennethlynch2907]

I hope not...

[@mariopuzo4509]

Nah. I forgot the last one. It's not paying attention totally lol

[@ocilassolrac14]

Why is Dr Sportelli sitting on the edge of his seat? He looks like he will bolt anytime.

[@jensmith3719]

The pretend patient looked jaundiced, hope he is okay, ball, safety pin, driveway, i always remember words by pictures,

[@m.qazmis]

a superman teaching

[@ImplodedAtom]

Calling it an Alzheimers test is a little specific.

[@anfie2495]

My dumb ass with traumatic brain injury: pen, safety feather, dress. I might as well just die. I'm tired of this, I lost everything.

[@tonybeigle4926]

15-30 seconds When I (or any cognitive psychologist) refer to “short-term memory”, we're talking about memory that lasts for 15-30 seconds. Not minutes, not a day, not a few weeks. Just 15-30 seconds-Google

[@brianwilliams6555]

Psychiatrist are too quick to prescribe benzos or antihistamines which both are destructive to the brain long-term. I respect psychologist for getting to know the patient. Some psychiatrist do therapy but more $ stacking the appointment books with med refills and diagnosis vs an hour therapy session

[@98smv]

Ball, safety pin, tennis court

[@MrSnazzy682]

Balloon, safety pin, pop

[@leeoliver424]

Ball…..um…er…forgot the others….

[@shashank2446]

I took 30 sec to remember those 3 things

[@everyone5200]

02:38 and i've already failed, what the fuck

[@sunnydaze2359]

Don’t worry about it. I passed the test & still feel like I’m an idiot ! 🤔🤣

[@tanyaroberson9629]

That was easy. I thought he was going to make him count backwards in 7's.

[@naytalieASMR]

Wow i forgot ball...

[@walidsarwary]

Di u have adhd ?

[@janellemccoy09]

Study 🐇 hops away.

[@ChickensinHighDef]

Why that one man yellow?

[@jules-dp3hl]

To be fair safety pin is one word

[@rizwanhussain645]

Donald Trump passes this.....Makes him eligible to handle the nuclear codes LOL

[@MrSnazzy682]

I want Trump back as president

[@terrencejohnson6607]

♠️

[@donpazer]

Hot doc. ;)

[@nitac.9444]

This is not how every type of memory loss works though.

[@lori-annmacdonald5016]

The guy on the right looks jaundiced...?

[@davidkavanagh8175]

Lasted 1.14 seconds, otherwise I would have lost the will to live, its one way of treating dementia, bore the arsehole off someone

[@deliriousmysterium8137]

This dudes life is sped up

[@deelightful6124]

These two men look sort of similar to each other ( both are hot)

[@lotusstar347]

DO NOT GIVE THEM MONEY! TAKE YOUR BRAIN AND RUN AWAY FAST!!!!!

[@rubsey1]

How did he clone himself?

[@Bojan_V]

Who?

[@niellalien]

@@Bojan_V I think they're saying the two guys look the same. They don't, lol. They're just both thin, young white guys with brown hair and glasses.

[@jewcomb386]

DAMN HE'S HOT!! Lol