Which of the following is true about Korsakoff's syndrome?

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Korsakoff's syndrome is a type of amnestic disorder that is characterized by severe memory loss, particularly anterograde amnesia (inability to create new memories) and confabulation (unconscious fabrication of present or past experiences to fill gaps in memory). While some of the symptoms of Korsakoff's syndrome may improve with treatment, the condition itself is generally considered irreversible. The causes of Korsakoff's syndrome are related to thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency, often associated with chronic alcohol abuse or malnutrition, rather than genetic abnormalities. Therefore, options A, C, and D are all incorrect.

Which of the Following Is True About Korsakoff's Syndrome