Abstract

Visuoconstructional impairment is a prominent cognitive deficit observed in various dementia syndromes, including Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. This impairment affects an individual’s ability to accurately perceive and reproduce spatial relationships and construct visual-spatial representations. This article provides an overview of visuoconstructional impairment in dementia syndromes, including its causes, symptoms, impact on daily life, and potential management strategies. By understanding the nature of this impairment and implementing appropriate interventions, healthcare professionals can improve the quality of life for individuals affected by visuoconstructional impairment in dementia.

Keywords: Visuoconstructional impairment; Dementia syndromes; Alzheimer’s disease; Vascular dementia; Front temporal dementia; Spatial awareness; Cognitive deficits; Daily functioning; Management strategies