For those of you who don’t know the history/story of Misophonia International I am sharing this post, as well as letting you know that I, Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond have changed the page name to reflect where I currently am in my career as a counsellor who is dedicated to misophonia, neurological disorders, as well as more…
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Misophonia mods for video games have become more common, and we’re absolutely delighted. This list aims to highlight mods that help misophonia for your favourite video games, most commonly removing unpleasant sounds from popular games. Misophonia Accessibility (Stardew Valley) Description: This mod removes the sound when eating solid food to help those who find that…
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For those with misophonia, everyday sounds in the home can be a relentless source of discomfort. Noise from passing cars, lawnmowers, appliances, or even footsteps can feel overwhelming, creating a constant challenge. While the ideal solution might be moving to a quieter environment, that’s not feasible for many people due to financial, logistical, or rental…
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Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, and the International Misophonia Foundation have been working with the accessibility/disability department at Microsoft to advocate for the blinking text cursor (caret |) to respect system settings on Mac and the apple mobile operating system. Windows versions of these apps already honour this program setting. Microsoft has reached out to let us know…
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Parents of teenagers with misophonia might be confused by what a reasonable accommodation is and worried that if they over-accommodate their teen will not be prepared for the “real world” outside of the home. These concerns are understandable from a parenting perspective that often considers behavior as the main parenting concern. However, research such as…
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Call for Neuroscience and Sensory Researchers: Academic Collaboration Opportunity The International Misophonia Foundation (IMF) seeks researchers to collaborate on reviewing a machine-learning study and contribute to ongoing projects focused on misophonia and sensory research. Collaboration Details Authorship Contributors will be credited on related publications (typically 3rd–6th author positions). Eligibility Preferred: PhD, PsyD, or PhD Candidates…
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Gaming is a source of entertainment and connection for millions, but for many individuals with health conditions such as cybersickness, migraines, epilepsy, dizziness, nausea, misophonia, and sensory processing issues, playing can be uncomfortable, overwhelming, or even painful. WHILE WE SPECIFICALLY CALL ON THE INDUSTRY GIANTS TO ENACT CHANGE, WE CALL ON THE GAMING INDUSTRY AS…
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In our technology-driven world, prolonged exposure to screens—such as computers and televisions—has become a daily norm. However, for individuals with certain sensory sensitivities, this constant engagement can lead to significant discomfort and distress. One such response is known as “vestibular fasting,” a term that describes the need to take breaks from visual stimuli to alleviate…
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In an age where technology touches nearly every aspect of our lives, the issue of accessibility has never been more important. Yet, despite ongoing advocacy and growing awareness, many tech companies and developers continue to demonstrate a disturbing lack of concern for users with disabilities. Often, rather than addressing accessibility concerns with respect or a…
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For many, computers are indispensable tools, seamlessly blending work, entertainment, and communication. But for individuals with sensory processing disorders, interacting with digital environments often feels like an assault on the senses. Poorly considered design choices, like moving objects, flashing elements, and intrusive sounds, can cause nausea, dizziness, and anxiety, making these tools more of a…
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