Which of the following statements accurately describes the incidence of mental illness following brain trauma?

A. Any type of psychological disorder, such as depression or panic attack, is a direct result of brain damage.
B. Approximately 27 percent of stroke survivors attempt suicide within six months following their stroke.
C. Patients who are intelligent, well-educated, and mentally active experience less mental and behavioral deterioration.
D. After brain injury caused by a fall or an accident, approximately 11 percent of patients attempt suicide.


Answer: C

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