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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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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Loading spinners, those seemingly innocent animations that indicate a process is occurring on digital devices, have become a ubiquitous part of the user experience. Whether they appear on operating systems, computers, phones, websites, or video games, these dynamic animations are widely used to show users that something is loading, processing, or being updated. However, while…
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Misophonia International Reviews Sensory-Friendly Products to Support Those with Sensory Disorders The International Misophonia Foundation (Misophonia International) is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with misophonia, misokinesia, and other sensory processing disorders. As part of our mission, we regularly review products that may be helpful for managing symptoms and enhancing daily comfort for those…
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To the Misophonia Community, I, Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond am reaching out to thank all of our wonderful donors, community members, clinicians, and misophonia parents for following us on our non-profit journey. We have had a wonderful year, and hope to have more wonderful years to come.
In 2024 we were happy to offer the following Grants…
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“The Sims 4” is a popular life simulation game that offers players an immersive experience in creating and managing virtual lives. However, for individuals with sensory sensitivities—such as those associated with autism, sensory processing disorder (SPD), vestibular disorders, migraines, misokinesia, and ADHD—certain in-game elements can pose challenges. Loading Spinners Animated loading spinners are common in…
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For individuals with sensory disorders, everyday technology use can be fraught with challenges that most users never consider. From visual triggers that cause physical pain to sound cues that disrupt focus, accessibility shortcomings in software design can create significant barriers. This article sheds light on one user’s journey to advocate for better accommodations and highlights…
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The International Misophonia Foundation (IMF) is proud to announce the submission of its proposal to the World Health Organization (WHO) to classify Misophonia as a discrete disorder in the International Classification of Diseases, 11th Revision (ICD-11). This marks a critical step in advocating for better recognition, treatment, and support for individuals living with this often-misunderstood…
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In the latest strides for accessibility, Apple’s recent updates to Sequoia OS and iOS 18 have brought in a thoughtful feature that allows users to turn off the blinking cursor. This addition caters specifically to users with sensory sensitivities who may find blinking cursors distracting or even overwhelming. Despite Apple’s groundbreaking changes, however, Microsoft Office…
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Apple’s recent updates in iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia have introduced a long-requested feature: the option for a non-blinking cursor. This enhancement is a significant step forward for accessibility, particularly for users who find blinking cursors distracting or uncomfortable. However, while this move is commendable, it also highlights deeper flaws in Apple’s approach to accessibility,…
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