Which one of the following is a degenerative disorder of the brain and one of several conditions that cause dementia, a progressive decline of mental functions resulting in memory loss and confusion?

Options

A. Schizophrenia
B. Alzheimer's disease
C. Amnesia
D. Concussion

Answer

B

Explanation

It is a progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions. Brain cell connections and the cells themselves degenerate and die, eventually destroying memory and other important mental functions.Memory loss and confusion are the main symptoms.