{"product_id":"memory-test-dementia","title":"Memory Test (Dementia)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDoes your memory loss affect your daily activities?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMake it difficult to remember where you are?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eStop you from doing things you normally do?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Why do we do it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo \u003cstrong\u003edetect memory problems earlier\u003c\/strong\u003e through our memory tests. We will also provide solutions to ensure your needs are fulfilled and you are able to live independently.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. What is dementia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDementia is not one single illness but rather a name for a collection of symptoms, which are caused by changes in how the brain is working. There are many different types of dementia; the most common is Alzheimer’s disease and the second most common type is vascular dementia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. What are the different causes of memory and\/or cognitive problems?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are many different reasons why people start to have problems with their memory and\/or other cognitive disabilities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiredness, work and life-related stresses, depression, excessive alcohol consumption, physical health problems and the side effects of some medications can all cause people to have problems with their memories\/cognitive disabilities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving memory and\/or cognitive problems can be because of a condition called dementia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Why with us?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCognitive assessment tools are used to screen for early dementia, however many of these tools are not tailored for the educational and cultural setting in Asia. We ensure maximum effectiveness by only using assessment tools validated by researchers across multiple Asian languages and countries to provide the most suitable service to our aging Malaysian population.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur memory test service uses specially made cognitive screening tools that are \u003cstrong\u003efully validated and adapted for the Malaysian aging population.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe assessment questions and techniques are adapted for our local educational and cultural setting, making it easier to understand by our Malaysian population. On top of that,our test was used as a screening tool for dementia in the National Health and Morbidity Survey 2018: Elderly Health, conducted by Institute for Public Health Malaysia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eACT4Health \u003c\/span\u003eis a\u003cstrong\u003e spin-off company of the University of Malaya\u003c\/strong\u003e and the business arm of the Ageing and Age-associated Disorders Research Group, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya. Founded in 2017, provides conducive venue for clinical research as well as delivery of evidence-based test \u0026amp; therapy and interdisciplinary training \u0026amp;\u003cbr\u003eeducation to help our clients strive towards healthy ageing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5. Where is the assessment conducted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe assessment will be conducted in ACT4Health centre, which\u003cbr\u003eprovides a conducive venue and setting to conduct the assessment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003eACT4Health Services and Consultancy Sdn. Bhd.\u003cbr\u003eEducation center in Petaling Jaya\u003cbr\u003eAddress: 11, Jalan 19\/29, Seksyen 19, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003eYou will be contacted by ACT4Health Trained Assessor to give a briefing on the process and how the session will be conducted.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor an effective \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003evirtual session\u003c\/span\u003e, you require a stable internet connection, quietplace, proper lighting conditions, headphone\/earphone, and good camera angle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe trained Assessor will begin the session when everything is properly setup and provide you with the consultation at the of the session.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. How long is the process?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe duration of the therapy depends on your performance. On average it will be about \u003cstrong\u003eone hour to one and a half hour\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7. Flow of the service \u0026amp; Device involved?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are four components to the standard assessment process.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003eThese are:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-assessment counselling\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure you understand the reason for the assessment, the possible outcomes and most importantly that you agree to continue with the assessment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment\u003c\/strong\u003e, which involves asking you, and also someone who knows you well, a lot of questions about your current memory\/ cognitive problems and how these affect you in everyday life. We usually complete a short paper and pencil test with you.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeedback of the assessment outcome\u003c\/strong\u003e in accordance with your wishes.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport planning,\u003c\/strong\u003e where we work with you and your family to develop a plan that identifies appropriate support systems and interventions for both of you and family, ensuring that you continue to live your life well whatever the reason for your memory\/cognitive problems.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003eYou can proceed with payment. Our team will advise you the appointment with Act4Health therapist. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory test - A set of three memory test will be conducted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistory Taking - with client\/person being assessed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistory Taking  - with family members\/carer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsultation - Consultation will be given based on your result. Further action will be suggested.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReferral letter (if needed)- will be sent email in 3 working days \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ACT4Health","offers":[{"title":"Virtually","offer_id":44671826296920,"sku":"rxx1787916388806","price":35.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"In Person","offer_id":44671826329688,"sku":"let1787916388807","price":40.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/4909\/9352\/files\/memory-test-dementia_1.jpg?v=1787916396","url":"https:\/\/www.harborandmoss.shop\/products\/memory-test-dementia","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}