Amnestic Mild Cognitive Impairment (AMCI)

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Imagine, one day, not being able to remember any of the significant events that have taken place throughout your life. Unfortunately, that is the reality that millions of older adults around the world face because they have Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America defines AD “a progressive, degenerative disorder that attacks the brain's nerve cells, or neurons, resulting in loss of memory, thinking and language skills, and behavioral changes” (www.alzfdn.org). One precursor sign of AD is known as amnestic Mild Cognitive Impairment (aMCI). The diagnosis of aMCI is given to people who experience more problems pertaining to their memory than is normal for their age. Medical professionals have been looking for ways to prevent …show more content…

This lack of significant results indicates that aerobic exercise did not influence the short term memory of adults experiencing aMCI. When analyzing this study, one must consider the various limitations present that have the ability to effect the study itself. One of the major limitations that should be considered in this study is the small sample size. In the future, research corresponding to this study should utilize a larger sample size in order to obtain more precise results. …show more content…

Suzuki et al., (2013) found that a multicomponent exercise program can improve the general cognition and memory of older adults with aMCI. A similar multicomponent exercise program was utilized in the study conducted by Suzuki et al., (2012), and this study displayed an improvement in immediate memory, the state of cognitive functions, and the language capabilities of older adults with aMCI. Segal, Cotman and Cahill (2012) conducted a study that took a more biological approach to the problem of aMCI and found that aerobic exercise can increase NE activity and memory capabilities in older adults with aMCI. Baker et al., (2010) found that aerobic exercises can improve the executive function of older adults with aMCI. There are many health benefits that come along with regular exercise routines, and these benefits should be explored even

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