Eye movement and thinking in older adults
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how eye movements relate to thinking abilities in people aged 65 and older. It may help understand how the brain changes with age.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older
- You have had a comprehensive geriatric assessment at the outpatient clinic
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Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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