alcohol-induced persisting dementia

a deterioration of mental function resulting from the persisting effects of alcohol abuse. It is characterized by multiple cognitive deficits, especially of memory, but also including impairment of speech (see aphasia), movement (see apraxia), and sensory capabilities (see agnosia), and executive dysfunction. Also called alcoholic dementia. See also substance-induced persisting dementia.

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December 19th 2024

spirograph

n. an instrument for measuring and recording breath rate and volume.