Scenario: A geriatric psychologist has recently been working with a client – Brenda – with memory
problems and could really use your help. Ultimately, you’ll be using the information provided below to
discuss Brenda’s cognitive problems, contributing factors, and strategies for coping.
In a few paragraphs help decide which of the following best describes Brenda’s cognitive problems:
Alzheimer’s Disease, Being disorganized, Normal Cognitive Decline, or Stress and worry about whether she
has Alzheimer’s. Be very specific about the information provided in the case study and information from
course materials that you used to reach this decision.
In your response also address the following:
1. What are the factors to consider in determining whether memory problems are part of the normal
aging process, or whether there is something else going on, for example, Alzheimer’s?
2. Are there are any strategies that can help a person who is experiencing memory problems?