Abstract :
Background: Alcohol Dependence Syndrome (ADS) is associated not only with physical and psychological consequences but also with significant cognitive impairment, often overlooked in clinical settings. Early identification of cognitive deficits is essential for tailoring effective interventions and improving treatment adherence.Objective: To assess cognitive functioning in patients with Alcohol Dependence Syndrome and examine its association with demographic and clinical variables.Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional observational study was conducted among 110 male inpatients diagnosed with ADS at a tertiary care hospital in Western India. Cognitive functioning was assessed using the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), with a score below 26 indicating cognitive impairment. Socio-demographic and clinical data were collected using a semi-structured proforma. Statistical analyses were performed using chi-square tests and independent t-tests.Results: Cognitive impairment was observed in 21 (19.1%) patients. The most affected cognitive domains included attention, visuospatial/executive functions, and delayed recall (p?
Keyword :
Alcohol dependence syndrome, Cognitive impairment, MoCA, Chronic alcohol use, Duration of alcohol consumption.