Poster Number: EI 17 - A Case Example of Difficulties in Evaluating Cognitive Changes in a Patient with Comorbid Depression

Abstract

Introduction: The overlap between depression and dementia is common, and differentiating between the two can be challenging. No single diagnostic test can be employed to confirm the suspected diagnosis, and a combination of treatment teams and modalities must be employed. This case discusses the challenges and importance of differentiating between depressive and neurocognitive symptom etiology during the treatment of a patient with a previous history of depression and ongoing cognitive impairment.