Ageing and Diversity in the Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease Volume I

This course examines the key aspects of early Alzheimer’s diagnosis within the context of ageing and diversity in Spain, a country marked by increasing cultural, ethnic, educational, linguistic, and socioeconomic heterogeneity. Such diversity influences the distribution of risk factors, the clinical expression of cognitive decline, and the interpretation of biomarkers used in early detection. The content explores how ethnic and cultural diversity shapes diagnostic access, the challenges of transcultural neuropsychological assessment, and the importance of sex and gender differences as determinants of cognitive resilience. It also discusses how these considerations can enhance clinical practice, improve communication with patients and families, and support diagnostic strategies adapted to Spain’s evolving demographic reality. The goal is to promote more equitable, accurate, and culturally informed diagnostic approaches.