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Summary of Neurocognitive Changes with Age
| Crystallized vs. Fluid | Declines with age? | |
|---|---|---|
| Processing speed | Fluid | Yes |
| Attention | Fluid | Simple tasks- no Complex tasks- yes |
| Memory | Fluid | Mixed |
| Language | Crystallized > Fluid | In general- no Visual confrontation naming, verbal fluency- yes |
| Visuospatial | Mixed | Simple tasks- no Complex tasks- yes |
| Executive Function | Fluid | Mixed |
