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Cognitive impairment
Cognitive impairment is a condition that involves problems with thought processes. It includes many different types of mental function decline such as forgetfulness, learning disabilities, decreased intelligence, and difficulty concentrating. Cognitive impairment may be present at birth or may develop later in an individual
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