What is Amnesia?
10. Treatment
In many cases, the patient will eventually begin to be able to recall their memories again. Some types of amnesia, such as those caused by excess alcohol consumption, are relatively easier to overcome. Either way, treatment for amnesia tends to involve tackling the underlying cause. Amnesia that has been caused by dementia is, sadly, rarely curable.
If it is permanent then the patient might need to be taught life skills again but, again, this will be very difficult where dementia is involved. Preventing amnesia from taking place generally involves avoiding excess alcohol and drugs, while also making other healthy lifestyle choices.
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