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Aging, Neuropsychology, and Cognition
A Journal on Normal and Dysfunctional Development
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How does identity relate to cognition and functional abilities in early-stage dementia?

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Pages 1-21 | Received 18 Jul 2011, Accepted 22 Dec 2011, Published online: 21 Feb 2012

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