Isaiah has been playing football for years,and he has sustained several severe concussions that have led to traumatic brain injury (TBI).TBI could cause all of the following for Isaiah EXCEPT
A) negative effects on his memory system.
B) increased risk of unresponsive wakefulness syndrome.
C) personality changes.
D) increased risk of depression.

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Unresponsive Wakefulness Syndrome (previously known as vegetative state) is a condition characterized by a lack of conscious awareness rather than a direct consequence of traumatic brain injury (TBI). While TBI can lead to various cognitive, emotional, and physical impairments, including memory issues, personality changes, and an increased risk of depression, it does not directly increase the risk of unresponsive wakefulness syndrome. This condition is more specifically associated with severe brain damage that results in a state of partial arousal rather than true awareness.

Isaiah Has Been Playing Football for Years,and He Has Sustained