6 Minute English
Sounds that make you want to scream
Sep 28, 2023
Explore 'misophonia' - a condition causing distress from certain sounds. Learn about the impact of repetitive noises on sufferers and coping strategies for triggered reactions.
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Quick takeaways
- Misophonia is a condition where certain sounds can cause emotional distress, affecting one in five people.
- Coping mechanisms, such as playing background music and honest communication, can help misophonia sufferers deal with distressing sounds.
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Misophonia: The Emotional Impact of Everyday Sounds
Misophonia is a condition where certain sounds, known as triggers, can cause emotional distress. These triggers can be everyday sounds like coughing, slurping, sneezing, and snorting. According to estimates, one in five people is affected by misophonia. The triggers often involve food and eating, making activities like dinner with family a torture for those suffering from misophonia. For misophonia sufferers, even innocuous sounds like helicopters flying in the sky can create problems, leading to a fight or flight response. The emotional impact of misophonia is described as an uncontrollable and sudden reaction similar to receiving news of the death of a loved one.
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