The Knowledge of Memory Aging Questionnaire

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2021

Abstract

Social scientists and laypersons alike are aware that cognition declines with advancing age. The Knowledge of Memory Aging Questionnaire (KMAQ; Cherry, Brigman, Hawley, & Reese, 2003) was developed to assess people’s understanding of cognitive deficits in later life for research and educational purposes. The KMAQ has two dimensions of theoretical relevance. Normal memory aging covers cognitive declines presumed to reflect maturational change. Pathological memory aging includes cognitive deficits that may be signaling a more serious underlying pathology, such as dementia or other trauma to the brain. In this chapter, we review the literature on the KMAQ, addressing what is known and why it matters. Next, we review possible applications of memory aging knowledge to broader areas of inquiry, including public health concerns, ageism, and educational programs for younger and older adults. Implications and future directions for research are considered.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Assessments, Treatments and Modeling in Aging and Neurological Disease: The Neuroscience of Aging

First Page

329

Last Page

339

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