Category:People with misophonia

Misophonia is a nervous system disorder where the human body reacts abnormally to certain sound effects (called trigger sounds). This is definitely on the Tourette’s Syndrome spectrum but is much worse. The most common sound effects caused by misophonia include dripping water, chewing, snapping gum, or repetitive noises, such as pencil tapping. Upon hearing the trigger sound(s), people may experience anxiety, aggression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. In some cases, some people may feel abdominal pain.

Misophonia can often start in childhood and worsen into adulthood. It usually starts with one trigger sound with more being added as it progresses. It is most common in people with autism, Asperger's syndrome, Tourette's Syndrome, and depression. Since there is no cure for misophonia, treatment might involve therapy or lifestyle recommendations, such as using sound protection or creating "noise-free" zones within living spaces. Serious cases may require antidepressants, which help relieve mentality disorders such as misophonia.