Dementia Assessment Virginia: Clarity for Memory Concerns

If you searched for dementia assessment virginia, you're worried about memory or thinking changes. Dr. Audie Gaddis, PhD provides dementia assessment across Virginia via telehealth.

When to seek assessment

Memory changes can be normal aging, stress, or early signs of dementia. The only way to know is through professional evaluation. Seek assessment if you notice repeated forgetfulness, confusion about time or place, difficulty with familiar tasks, or changes in judgment.

Early detection matters. It gives you time to plan and access treatment.

What assessment includes

• Comprehensive testing. Memory, attention, language, visual-spatial skills, and executive function.
• Clinical interview. When did changes start? How do they affect daily life?
• Comparison to age norms. Are changes consistent with normal aging or something else?

What results tell you

Testing identifies patterns consistent with different types of cognitive decline. Results can support a dementia diagnosis or rule it out. Either way, you get clarity and recommendations.

If results suggest dementia, you'll receive guidance on next steps—medical follow-up, treatment options, and planning resources.

What happens next

Results guide medical care, legal planning, and family discussions. Early diagnosis allows for medication that might slow progression and time to make important decisions.

Common questions

Can you diagnose Alzheimer's disease?

Neuropsychological testing identifies cognitive patterns consistent with Alzheimer's, but definitive diagnosis requires medical imaging and labs from a physician.

Will insurance cover this?

Many plans cover dementia assessment. Contact your provider to verify coverage.

How do I schedule?

Call 540-560-2501 or contact Dr. Gaddis through the website.

Get answers about memory changes

If you're concerned about memory or thinking skills, reach out to Dr. Audie Gaddis, PhD for professional assessment.