# Exploration of the Hungarian Version of Test Your Memory in General Practice: A Cross-Sectional Correlational Study of a Convenience Sample of Middle-Aged and Older Adults

## TL;DR

This study evaluates a self-administered memory test in Hungarian general practice to detect early signs of dementia and cognitive issues in older adults.

## Contribution

The study validates the Hungarian version of the Test Your Memory for early dementia screening in general practice settings.

## Key findings

- Test scores correlated significantly with education and occupation, and negatively with age.
- Clock drawing and recall subtests showed early deterioration in cognitive function.
- The test can be easily administered in general practice to identify patients needing further assessment.

## Abstract

Background: Dementia is a significant health issue worldwide. Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) can transform into dementia over time. General practitioners (GPs) may be the first to notice the cognitive deficit; therefore, it is crucial for them to have access to a screening test that can be administered quickly and efficiently. We explored the Hungarian version of the Test Your Memory self-administered dementia screening test in general practice for the early detection of dementia and cognitive impairment. Methods: In the four Hungarian cities with medical universities, 368 patients over the age of 50 attending GPs filled out the questionnaire within the framework of our cross-sectional study. Results: The total scores of the test showed a significant correlation with education and type of occupation and a significant negative correlation with age. The results of this research showed that the clock drawing and recall subtest scores deteriorate at the earliest age. Conclusion: The test can be filled out in a GP’s office easily and two of its subtests can raise the possibility that patients may need further assessment, especially if they have symptoms, at an earlier age than the other subtests.