Meet My Autistic Brain
Calmer: Meet The Creators
Jan 22, 2024
Meet Davies and Naomi Roberts, creators of award-winning earplugs for autistics. Discover the science behind Calmer® for sound sensitivities. Their journey to market and surprising wearer responses. Learn about the challenges faced and a version made for children. Noise effects explained and relief offered by Calmer®.
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Quick takeaways
- Calmer earplugs use patented technology to reduce the stressful parts of sound while still allowing the wearer to hear all frequencies.
- Unlike regular earplugs, Calmer earplugs reflect sound in a calm and soothing manner, reducing stress while maintaining the ability to hear and engage with the surroundings.
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The Harmful Effects of Noise on Health
Noise has been identified by the WHO as the second biggest killer after air pollution. When the human body is subjected to constant noise, it triggers stress responses and releases chemicals like cortisol and adrenaline, which can lead to various health issues such as early death, heart attacks, obesity, and stroke.
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