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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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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I’m Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, a LCT-C in New Brunswick, Canada, and the Director of the International Misophonia Foundation. I also live with misophonia, a condition that profoundly affects how I experience sound. Today, I want to share some thoughts on ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) videos, particularly the highly popular “restocking” videos, and how they intersect…
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Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond is deeply passionate about helping people navigate the challenges of misophonia, a condition where specific sounds can trigger intense emotional and physical reactions. Based in New Brunswick, Canada, she offers therapy within her home country and coaching services to individuals around the world. Her work is grounded in a mix of personal experience…
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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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Buying gifts for friends and family during the holidays is stressful enough. Adding misophonia into the mix can make it even more frustrating… what do you get the person who is struggling with sensory processing? Hopefully this list will provide you some ideas. I want to point out that at the end of the day,…
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When it comes to making a difference, every dollar truly counts. At the International Misophonia Foundation (IMF), your $1 donation fuels one hour of groundbreaking machine learning research. With each contribution, we move closer to understanding the complexities of misophonia—a condition that affects millions worldwide. The Power of $1 For just one dollar, you enable…
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Four prizes to be won! Are you ready for an exciting giveaway? ???? This holiday season, The International Misophonia Foundation is bringing the spirit of giving to life with our Misophonia Holiday Gift-A-Way! ???? If you or someone you love is navigating life with misophonia, this is your chance to win amazing prizes designed with…
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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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