Which of the following statements is true about the causes of mild and major neurocognitive disorder?
A)It can rarely be caused by alcohol.
B)It can be caused by a deficiency in thiamine.
C)It cannot be caused by infections such as syphilis.
D)It is rarely caused by brain injury.

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Mild and major neurocognitive disorders can be caused by a deficiency in thiamine (vitamin B1), especially in cases of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome which often occurs in individuals with alcohol use disorder or malnutrition. Alcohol abuse is actually one of the most common causes of neurocognitive disorders. Infections such as syphilis and brain injury can also cause neurocognitive disorders, so options A and D are incorrect.

Which of the Following Statements Is True About the Causes