Zainab Khanam
Amnesia is a condition where a person experiences partial or complete memory loss, affecting their ability to recall past events or form new memories.
– Retrograde Amnesia: Forgetting past events. – Anterograde Amnesia: Difficulty forming new memories. – Transient Global Amnesia: Temporary memory lapses, often without a known cause.
– Head injuries or trauma – Stroke – Brain infections or diseases – Severe emotional stress – Alcohol abuse (Korsakoff syndrome)
– Inability to recall past events – Confusion and disorientation – Difficulty learning new information – Sometimes paired with other cognitive impairments
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Doctors may use: – Neurological exams – Brain imaging (MRI, CT scans) – Cognitive tests to assess memory and other functions
– Therapy: Cognitive therapy to regain memory skills – Medication: Addressing underlying causes, such as infections or conditions – Supportive Care: Structured routines and memory aids
1. Use reminders or apps for daily tasks. 2. Engage in memory exercises. 3. Seek emotional support from loved ones or support groups.
Amnesia portrayed in movies is often exaggerated! Real-life amnesia rarely results in total loss of identity.