Orientation (mental) - Causes of Mental Disorientation

Causes of Mental Disorientation

Disorientation can occur in healthy young adults as well as in the elderly or ill person. While exercising, if a person becomes dehydrated as a result of over-exertion he or she may become disoriented to the time or place. While exercising the body may not be able to supply enough oxygen to the brain fast enough.

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