About
Category:
Professional Interest Areas (PIAs)
Description:
This PIA was established in 2017.
Executive Committee
Chair: Shana D. Stites
Vice Chair: Claudia Suemoto
Programs Chair: Arshia Khan
Communications Chair: Shirine Moukaled
Student/Post-Doc Representative: Roy McReynolds III
Immediate Past Chair: Megan Zuelsdorff
(Next election cycle: March 2026)
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#DDisparitiesPIA
Access:
ISTAART Group
Members:
760
Overview
The Diversity and Disparities PIA focuses on identifying potential differences in risk reduction strategies, diagnosis, and treatment effectiveness in individuals of diverse backgrounds. A major emphasis is placed on underlying cultural and cognitive differences and brain mechanisms. The PIA also explores culturally-responsible strategies for dementia risk reduction in these populations.
Special Interest Groups (SIGs):
Special Interest Groups (SIGs):
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