Which of the following environmental stressors appears to be a significant factor in the later development of major neurocognitive disorder (including the Alzheimer's disease)?
A)Smoking
B)Low blood pressure
C)Head trauma
D)Exposure to high levels of aluminum

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Head trauma has been linked to the later development of major neurocognitive disorders, including Alzheimer's disease. Research suggests that even a single traumatic brain injury can increase the risk of developing dementia later in life, and repeated head trauma (as in the case of professional athletes in contact sports) is a particularly significant risk factor. Smoking, low blood pressure, and exposure to high levels of aluminum have also been studied as potential environmental stressors, but the evidence implicating them in the development of major neurocognitive disorder is less clear.

Which of the Following Environmental Stressors Appears to Be a Significant