Misophonia Definition: Misophonia is a condition where specific sounds trigger intense emotional reactions, such as anger, anxiety, or disgust. Characteristics: Trigger sounds often include repetitive noises like chewing, breathing, tapping, or pen clicking. Emotional responses are usually intense and immediate, leading to avoidance behaviors. It is not classified as a psychiatric disorder in the DSM-5,…
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Introduction Misophonia, a condition characterized by extreme emotional responses to specific sounds, has garnered increasing attention in recent years. This literature review aims to synthesize key studies and findings related to misophonia, exploring its clinical features, underlying mechanisms, and therapeutic approaches. Sensory Integration and Misophonia Misophonia is often conceptualized within the broader framework of sensory…
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Misophonia, a condition characterized by intense emotional reactions to specific sounds, can significantly impact daily life. For those seeking relief and strategies to manage this condition, Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, LCT-C, provides specialized therapy and coaching services. Based in Canada, Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond offers therapeutic support to Canadian residents dealing with misophonia. With a compassionate approach and a…
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Misophonia, a condition characterized by intense emotional reactions to specific sounds, can significantly impact daily life. For those seeking relief and strategies to manage this condition, Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, LCT-C, provides specialized therapy and coaching services. Based in Canada, Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond offers therapeutic support to Canadian residents dealing with misophonia. With a compassionate approach and a…
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These tools can help individuals with sensory disorders by providing calming and grounding sensory input, reducing overstimulation, and promoting a more balanced sensory experience. Noise-canceling items and sensory diet tools can significantly alleviate the symptoms of misophonia and misokinesia. Misophonia, the heightened sensitivity to certain sounds, and misokinesia, the heightened sensitivity to specific movements, can…
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In an increasingly digital world, accessibility remains a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of technology design. For many people, certain features that seem innocuous can pose significant challenges. One such feature is the blinking or flashing text cursor, which can be harmful to individuals with various disabilities such as vestibular issues, misokinesia, sensory processing disorder,…
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Misophonia, a condition characterized by heightened sensitivity to specific sounds, affects countless individuals worldwide, often causing significant distress and disruption in daily life. Despite its impact, awareness and understanding of misophonia remain limited. The International Misophonia Foundation, a dedicated organization committed to advancing research and support for those affected by this condition, is now embarking…
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Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond is currently working on a documentary on Misophonia entitled, “Misophonia Matters: A Documentary” through the International Misophonia Foundation. We are asking for donations to go toward for project for hardware and software. Depending on funding, we will use this to help the project become more professionally attuned, and all funding past the goals…
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Principle Researcher: Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, MA. Organization: The International Misophonia Foundation This study received expedited IRB approval from the IMF. The Misophonia Treatment Perceptions and Sensory History Study has two main goals. The first main goal of this study is to see how adults who received treatment for misophonia reacted to these treatments (ie. Change or…
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Misophonia is not a social issue. Misophonia is a brain based disorder that has been verified to exist by esteemed researchers. There is a growing trend of therapists and other “influencers” on social media sites asking their audiences if misophonia is “real”. I’m tired of this kind of behaviour. Could you imagine if these same…
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