Korsakoff syndrome, usually associated with alcohol abuse can occur without alcohol intake at all. It is due to a deficiency of thiamine (Vitamin B1). Other conditions where it can be a problem include: anorexia-bulimia nervosa; severe and persistent vomiting (pregnancy, chemotherapy); after gastric banding; associated with Cancer or other causes of malnutrition or subnutrition. It is discussed (as Wernicke-Korsakoff state) on pages 94, 104, 353-4 in Dr Sid’s book. http://www.jneuropsychiatry.org/abstract/a-case-of-nonalcoholic-korsakoff-syndrome-resulting-from-malnutrition-due-to-selfneglect-and-severe-depression-12799.html
Excerpt: ‘The book has universal appeal; while dealing with complex issues, it is written in plain English; it will help, guide and comfort families of those who have a brain disorder; it is instructive for the family or general physician; and there is much that will interest even the most widely read student of psychology or psychiatry’ Australasian Psychiatry 2017 Vol 25(6) 630-632 https://doi.org/10.1177/1039856217726698
‘Wow! Over the past weeks I’ve taken time to sit and read your book, haven’t finished it yet. Sid it’s amazing, the way you have written the book and the examples given is so clear and easy to understand. I look forward to finishing it.’ Helen O’Connor, Clinical Nurse Specialist in Psychogeriatrics. I have to admit that Helen and I worked together for many years. She is an esteemed colleague and dear friend but her comment was unsolicited and Helen…..