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This presentation (1:11:07 minutes) given by Daniel L. Murman discusses the value of assessments and networks in decreasing the impact of dementia. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) discuss normal cognitive aging, the relationship between aging and dementia, specific causes of dementia, and the impact of dependence on outcomes in patients with dementia; (2) list healthy lifestyles associated with successful cognitive aging and treatments for Alzheimer's disease, including possible future approaches; (3) describe the value of assessments for healthy older adults and those with symptoms of dementia; and (4) explain the potential value of dementia registries and practice-based research networks for patients with dementia, caregivers and providers.