Implicit memory, the unconscious retention of information, often remains relatively intact in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, unlike explicit memory which deteriorates more rapidly. This form of memory includes skills and conditioned responses, allowing individuals to perform tasks without conscious awareness. For instance, patients might still be able to ride a bicycle or play a musical instrument even as their explicit memory declines. Understanding the resilience of implicit memory can inform therapeutic strategies, such as music and art therapy, to enhance the quality of life for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. These activities leverage intact implicit memory, promoting engagement and emotional well-being despite cognitive challenges.
Jun Hua
Johns Hopkins University , United States
Nazneen N Dewji
Cenna Biosciences Inc, United States
Jacqueline London
Paris Diderot University, FranceSubmit your abstract Today
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