Mental health and dementiaQuestion 1572 of 1700
Why do disruptive behaviors often occur in dementia?
- The person wants attention and acts out on purpose
- The person has a need or feeling but cannot express it
- The person dislikes the staff and wants to upset them
- The person is lazy and unwilling to cooperate
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Correct answer: The person has a need or feeling but cannot express it
Brain changes block words, so pain, hunger, fear, or a need for the bathroom may come out as behavior.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.5: Caring for Clients With Dementia
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026