[Vocally disruptive behaviors].

Abstract

Vocally disruptive behaviors are not uncommon in the elderly, especially in dementia and institutionalization context. Although they do not constitute the most frequent of the behavioral symptoms of dementia, they are one of the most disturbing and therefore a challenge for nursing home staff. They can result in serious consequences for the patient itself as well as for caregivers, nursing staff and other residents. An increasing number of studies have been performed on the vocally disruptive behaviors during the last years, but most of studies were devoted to individual cases or very small series. Nevertheless, a review of the literature may provide some suggestions for their management.