Performance of older adults with and without neurocognitive impairment in the auditory verbal learning test: A systematic review and meta-analysis

The AVLT, particularly delayed recall, may be a robust tool for distinguishing among normal aging, mild and major ND. However, variability in AVLT administration reduces the diagnostic potential of AVLT. The diagnostic potential of process-based indices has not been explored adequately. Future research should prioritize the standardization of AVLT protocols and the integration of process-based indices to maximize its clinical utility in detecting and tracking neurocognitive decline.