Bert cannot form new memories, but he is able to accurately recall his childhood memories from before his stroke. Ernie cannot form new memories and often recalls memories that did not happen. Based on this information, it appears that Bert has __________, and Ernie has __________.

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Bert has anterograde amnesia, which is the inability to form new memories. Ernie has Korsakoff's syndrome, which is a type of anterograde amnesia that is caused by a thiamine deficiency.

Bert Cannot Form New Memories, but He Is Able to Accurately