Organic brain syndrome
Organic Brain Syndrome
Organic brain syndrome (OBS), also known as organic mental disorder (OMD), is a general term used to describe physical conditions that can cause a decrease in mental function. These conditions include, but are not limited to, dementia, delirium, and substance-induced conditions.
Pronunciation
Organic brain syndrome: /ɔːrˈɡænɪk breɪn ˈsɪndroʊm/
Etymology
The term "organic brain syndrome" is derived from the word "organic", which in this context refers to a physical (organic) cause, and "brain syndrome" which refers to the brain being affected.
Definition
Organic brain syndrome is a term used to describe a range of physical conditions that cause a decrease in mental function. These conditions can be temporary or permanent and can be caused by various medical and physical conditions including stroke, traumatic brain injury, infection, drug abuse, and alcoholism.
Symptoms
Symptoms of organic brain syndrome can vary widely depending on the underlying cause but may include memory loss, confusion, personality changes, and difficulty with motor skills or coordination.
Related Terms
- Dementia: A general term for loss of memory and other mental abilities severe enough to interfere with daily life.
- Delirium: An acute, usually reversible, state of confusion and disorientation.
- Substance-induced conditions: Conditions caused by the use of substances such as drugs or alcohol.
- Stroke: A condition where the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off, leading to brain damage.
- Traumatic brain injury: An injury to the brain caused by a trauma to the head.
- Infection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites that are not normally present within the body.
- Drug abuse: The habitual taking of addictive or illegal drugs.
- Alcoholism: A chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Organic brain syndrome
- Wikipedia's article - Organic brain syndrome
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