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At Risk
A Journey with Alcohol Abuse and Korsakoff's Syndrome
Taschenbuch von Karl Muller
Sprache: Englisch

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Twelve to fourteen percent (12-14%) of the estimated 14.5 million Americans who abuse alcohol are at risk of developing Wernicke-Korsakoff's Syndrome (WKS). This syndrome arises from a severe deficiency in Vitamin B1 caused by alcohol abuse, which can lead to brain damage, impaired cognitive function, amnesia, and even death. Early intervention is paramount in preventing and treating alcohol abuse and WKS, as it can potentially save lives in acute cases.

Understanding WKS becomes crucial when a family member is grappling with alcohol addiction. It often goes undiagnosed due to imprecise diagnostic criteria and its similarity to other disorders, but unlike other forms of dementia, 75% of WKS patients can experience some reversal of its effects if treated early.

Drawing from a decade of personal experience caring for an alcoholic spouse who developed WKS, Karl Muller offers invaluable insights and resources to assist spouses, partners, and families in making informed decisions regarding diagnosis, treatment, and care management.
Twelve to fourteen percent (12-14%) of the estimated 14.5 million Americans who abuse alcohol are at risk of developing Wernicke-Korsakoff's Syndrome (WKS). This syndrome arises from a severe deficiency in Vitamin B1 caused by alcohol abuse, which can lead to brain damage, impaired cognitive function, amnesia, and even death. Early intervention is paramount in preventing and treating alcohol abuse and WKS, as it can potentially save lives in acute cases.

Understanding WKS becomes crucial when a family member is grappling with alcohol addiction. It often goes undiagnosed due to imprecise diagnostic criteria and its similarity to other disorders, but unlike other forms of dementia, 75% of WKS patients can experience some reversal of its effects if treated early.

Drawing from a decade of personal experience caring for an alcoholic spouse who developed WKS, Karl Muller offers invaluable insights and resources to assist spouses, partners, and families in making informed decisions regarding diagnosis, treatment, and care management.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2024
Genre: Importe
Rubrik: Ratgeber
Thema: Lebensführung allgemein
Medium: Taschenbuch
ISBN-13: 9798891322066
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Muller, Karl
Hersteller: Atmosphere Press
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 229 x 152 x 13 mm
Von/Mit: Karl Muller
Erscheinungsdatum: 29.03.2024
Gewicht: 0,336 kg
Artikel-ID: 128714631
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2024
Genre: Importe
Rubrik: Ratgeber
Thema: Lebensführung allgemein
Medium: Taschenbuch
ISBN-13: 9798891322066
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Muller, Karl
Hersteller: Atmosphere Press
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 229 x 152 x 13 mm
Von/Mit: Karl Muller
Erscheinungsdatum: 29.03.2024
Gewicht: 0,336 kg
Artikel-ID: 128714631
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