Development of the revised Neuropsychological Assessment of Dementia in Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (NAID-R)

Abstract

Adults with intellectual disabilities, particularly Down’s syndrome, have an increased risk of developing dementia. The British Psychological Society (BPS) recommends the use of both direct and indirect assessment tools to inform a diagnosis. The Neuropsychological Assessment of Dementia in Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (NAID) is a battery of simple tests that most people with Down’s syndrome can attempt. This article describes the development of a freely available revised NAID administration and scoring manual (NAID-R) to promote its use within and between services. This may facilitate earlier detection of dementia, which is key to improving the lives of people with intellectual disabilities.