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Earplugs, a good sound system and storm windows so that the neighbors will not complain- Only kidding! but I wish that it was easy as that. Dealing with a person who is screaming or wailing is beyond difficult. Cindy gave very good advice- have mom checked for any medical or physical problems that is causing her discomfort. If she gets a clean bill of health and the vocalizations continue- it can be caused by an inate self soothing response. Some people feel better by wailing. You can try putting her in a rocking chair and then add a soft blanket, and later a stuffed animal and see if the behavior improves. Try playing music from her teenage years as a distraction. Sometimes anti anxiety medication may work. Does she stop at night or just continue? How are you and the family now dealing with this- can you get some sleep?