Racial and Ethnic Differences in Subjective Cognitive Decline — United States, 2015–2020
Written by Black Hot Fire Network on March 9, 2023
Summary
What is already known about this topic?
Subjective cognitive decline (SCD), self-reported memory loss or confusion that is occurring more frequently, might be a symptom of early-stage dementia.
What is added by this report?
During 2015–2020, approximately 10% of adults aged ≥45 years reported SCD, with the highest prevalence among American Indian or Alaska Native adults (16.7%); prevalence declined with increasing formal educational attainment. Fewer than one half of persons with SCD had discussed their concerns about SCD with a health care . . .
