AI spots Alzheimer’s in writing tests

Subtle changes in the way people use language can be a sign they have Alzheimer’s disease.

Gina Kolata

Feb 12, 2021 – 12.58pm

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Is it possible to predict who will develop Alzheimer’s disease simply by looking at writing patterns years before there are symptoms?

According to a new study by IBM researchers, the answer is yes.

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