insights  INSIGHT   ASMR Overview   ios_share  
ASMR, or Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response, is a physical response to certain sounds, often described as head tingles or sparkles.  
It's primarily known for its relaxing and comforting effects, sometimes used for stress relief or sleep. 
 
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question_answer  ANECDOTE   Craig Richard's Bob Ross Connection   ios_share  
Craig Richard, a physiologist, initially dismissed ASMR as made up until he connected it with his childhood experience of finding Bob Ross relaxing.  
He would fall asleep to Bob Ross's show, not because of the painting, but because of Ross's calming demeanor. 
 
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insights  INSIGHT   ASMR and Soothing Triggers   ios_share  
The triggers for ASMR are often similar to those used to soothe babies, like whispering, soft talking, personal attention, and light touching.  
This suggests a possible link between ASMR and innate human responses to comfort and care. 
 
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Get the app Do certain sounds give you the head tingles? If yes, this episode is full of ear candy for you! In this episode, we learn all about the phenomenon called autonomous sensory meridian response—or ASMR for short. This soothing episode features researchers Giulia Poerio (University of Sheffield), Craig Richard (ASMRuniversity.com ), and ASMR artists Gentle Whispering , Jellybean Green , and Somni Rosae  - as well as the team at Defacto Sound ! 
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