Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA)

The Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) is a brief screening tool designed to help detect cognitive impairments and assess a person's mental abilities. It evaluates various cognitive domains, including memory, attention, language, and executive functions, through simple tasks like naming animals, recalling words, and answering basic questions. Originally developed for early detection of Alzheimer’s and other dementias, it provides valuable insights into a person's cognitive health. A higher score indicates better cognitive function, while lower scores may suggest the need for further evaluation. MoCA is widely used by healthcare professionals due to its quick and effective approach.