Global Deterioration Scale
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Objective[edit | edit source]
The Global Deterioration Scale (GDS), also known as Reisberg Scale, is an outcome measure used to determine the stages of cognitive function among patients diagnosed with primary degenerative dementia. It helps caregivers/ healthcare professionals assess the progression and prognosis of the disease.[1]
Intended Population[edit | edit source]
This screening tool is intended for patients with primary degenerative dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease.
Method of Use[edit | edit source]
The GDS is classified into 7 stages according to a set of clinical characteristics:[1]
- Pre-dementia Stages
- Stage 1- No cognitive decline
- Stage 2- Very mild cognitive decline (Age-Associated Memory Impairment)
- Stage 3- Mild cognitive decline (Mild Cognitive Impairment)
- Dementia Stages
- Stage 4- Moderate cognitive decline (Mild Dementia)
- Stage 5- Moderately severe cognitive decline (Moderate Dementia)
- Stage 6- Severe cognitive decline (Moderately Severe Dementia)
- Stage 7- Very severe cognitive decline (Severe Dementia)
Reference[edit | edit source]
Global Deterioration Scale - for full definition of clinical characteristics
Evidence[edit | edit source]
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References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Reisberg B, Ferris SH, de Leon MJ, Crook T. The Global Deterioration Scale for assessment of primary degenerative dementia. The American journal of psychiatry. 1982 Sep.
- ↑ The OT Minute. Reisbergs 7 stages of dementia (aka the Global Deterioration Scale). Available from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hi5HT8YVn18 [last accessed 26/3/2023]
