What does AKS mean in SYNDROMES

AKS is typically caused by a thiamine deficiency, usually due to long-term and excessive alcohol consumption. Thiamine is an essential vitamin that helps convert carbohydrates into energy needed for daily functioning. Without proper thiamine intake, the brain cannot properly store new memories leading to symptoms of AKS.

Common symptoms of AKS include difficulty forming new memories, difficulty remembering recent events, confusion or disorientation in everyday settings, difficulty making decisions or plans, and changes in personality such as extreme apathy or decreased interest in activities the individual once enjoyed.

Unfortunately, there is no current cure for AKS. Treatment focuses on supporting healthy brain function through supplements such as thiamine as well as providing counseling and support services to help individuals adjust to living with the condition.

Yes, if left untreated or without adequate support services available, individuals with AKS are more likely to develop other mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression. Additionally, individuals with AKS may have trouble maintaining relationships due to their lack of memory recall or social difficulties associated with their impaired decision-making skills.

Family members can be supportive in various ways including providing stability and trust through repetition of instructions and learning schedules they adhere too; helping create a calm, organized living environment; providing basic needs; breaking down instructions into smaller tasks; validating feelings; attending doctor's appointments together; and finding additional resources for assistance when needed.