What is another word for alcoholic dementia?
Pronunciation: [ˌalkəhˈɒlɪk dɪmˈɛnʃə] (IPA) 
Alcoholic dementia is a condition characterized by damage to brain cells due to long-term alcohol consumption. It is also known as alcohol-related dementia or alcohol-induced dementia. There are several synonyms for alcoholic dementia, including Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, alcoholic encephalopathy, and alcohol-related brain damage. Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome is named after two physicians who first identified the condition's symptoms. It is characterized by confusion, memory loss, and difficulty with movement and coordination. Alcoholic encephalopathy is a term used to describe brain damage resulting from alcohol consumption. Alcohol-related brain damage is a broader term that encompasses any brain injury caused by drinking alcohol, including alcoholic dementia.
