Identification of amnestic mild cognitive impairment among Black and White community-dwelling older adults using NIH Toolbox Cognition tablet battery.
Taylor RigbyAllyson M GregoireJohnathan ReaderYonatan KahsayJordan FisherAnson E KairysArijit K BhaumikAnnalise Rahman-FilipiakAmanda Cook MaherBenjamin M HampsteadJudith L HeidebrinkVoyko KavcicBruno GiordaniPublished in: Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society : JINS (2024)
Racial differences were noted despite the use of normalized scores or demographic covariates-highlighting the importance of including underrepresented groups in research. While the models were fairly accurate at identifying consensus-confirmed HCs, the models proved less accurate at identifying White participants with an aMCI diagnosis. In clinical settings, further work is needed to optimize computerized batteries and the use of NIHTB-CB norm adjusted scores is recommended. In research settings, demographically corrected scores or within model correction is suggested.