Cognitive Functions Affected in MS In MS, certain functions are more likely to be affected than others: Memory (acquiring, retaining, and retrieving new information) Attention and concentration (particularly divided attention) Information processing (dealing with information gathered by the five senses) Executive functions (planning and prioritizing) Visuospatial functions (visual perception and constructional abilities) Verbal fluency (word-finding) Certain functions are likely to remain intact: General intellect Long-term (remote) memory Conversational skill Reading comprehension
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