Neuropsychological Assessment of Dementia in Black and Latinx Older Adults: Updates to the Guidelines for the Evaluation of Dementia and Age-Related Cognitive Change

This program, Part 2 of 3, provides an overview of multicultural and diversity issues in dementia assessment in older adults. The APA Guidelines for the Evaluation of Dementia and Age-Related Cognitive Change recognize racial/cultural disparities in dementia outcomes and the importance of cultural competence when assessing individuals living with dementia. We will reference Guideline 5. Psychologists are aware of cultural perspectives and of personal and societal biases and engage in nondiscriminatory practice. We will reference APA’s ethical mandate for psychologists who work with diverse populations and discuss best practices when evaluating diverse older clients with particular emphasis on Black/African American and Latinx clients.

This program is part of the Updates for Clinicians: Guidelines for the Evaluation of Dementia and Age-Related Cognitive Change Series.

• Discuss ethical and practical considerations related to multicultural and diversity aspects of dementia assessment in older adults.
• Incorporate and/or consider best practices when evaluating diverse older clients for dementia in their respective clinical work.

Franchesca Arias, PhD and Shellie Anne Levy, PhD