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composition of movement

the sequence and pattern of neuromuscular activity involved in movement (e.g., walking), including the integration of signals in the premotor and cerebellar areas of the brain.

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cognitive impairment

cognitive impairment

any impairment in perceptual, learning, memory, linguistic, or thinking abilities. Multiple significant cognitive impairments in memory plus one or more other cognitive defects are characteristic of dementia. See also mild cognitive impairment.