Amnesic

An amnesic individual is someone experiencing amnesia, the partial or total loss of memory. This condition can stem from various causes, including brain injury (traumatic brain injury, stroke), psychological trauma, or certain neurological disorders (e.g., Alzheimer's disease, Korsakoff's syndrome). The loss of memory can affect autobiographical facts (personal experiences), semantic information (general knowledge), or both. The severity and duration of amnesia vary widely, ranging from brief periods of forgetfulness to profound, long-lasting impairments. Diagnosis involves assessing the individual's memory capabilities and identifying the underlying cause, which may require neurological tests and psychological evaluations. Treatment focuses on addressing the root cause and providing strategies to aid memory recovery or manage the impact of memory loss. This often includes memory aids and therapeutic techniques.

Amnesic meaning with examples

• Following the accident, the young woman was amnesic, unable to recall the events leading up to the collision. The doctors ran multiple scans on her brain to understand what parts were impacted. Her family was shocked and saddened but remain hopeful for a full recovery. They have been using her old photos to help trigger memories hoping her amnesic state wouldn't last long.
• After the shocking betrayal, he became emotionally amnesic, blocking out the pain and the details of the relationship. He couldn't recall why he was so upset, or the events that led to the final blowup. Friends urged him to seek therapy to help him process his feelings. After weeks of therapy, he started to remember more and more, and he had to deal with the pain all over again.
• The patient was profoundly amnesic due to the advanced stage of Alzheimer's disease. This was difficult for both the family and the staff caring for the patient. She couldn't even remember the names of her children and it was hard on everyone. They relied on pictures, stories, and consistent routines to provide a sense of familiarity and comfort.
• The detective was interrogating the suspect who claimed to be amnesic regarding his whereabouts on the night of the crime. He seemed so convincing but the detective didn't trust him, the police were sure he knew more then he was letting on. After an intense investigation, the suspect was shown evidence that seemed to prove he wasn't telling the truth.
• After experiencing a severe concussion, the athlete was temporarily amnesic and had to be removed from the game. He struggled to remember simple plays and the coach was worried. They focused on physical recovery, and gradually reintroduced him to training as his memory returned. He eventually fully recovered but would take every precaution after.