Misophonia: Why certain sounds can make you instantly angry?

Do you ever feel irritated by a person so much that it feels obnoxious to even hear them breathe? It’s like stop talking, stop moving and even stop breathing. Well, that’s something caused by their actions and its totally emotional whatever you’re feeling but when it turns out to be actually truly bothering you, and you might feel an extreme surge of panic to have to face that, it becomes the disorder that is called the misophonia.

What is Misophonia and why does it feel so overwhelming?

Sometimes, certain people or sounds bother us so intensely that we can’t help but wonder, ‘Why does this affect me so much?’ Along with that irritation often comes a surge of anger, anxiety, or even physical discomfort. If this reaction feels overwhelming or uncontrollable, you might be experiencing something known as misophonia.

This condition often takes center stage when certain sounds trigger intense emotional or physical reactions, responses that may seem unreasonable to others given the situation. When a particular sound or behaviour feels like it’s literally driving you crazy, it doesn’t mean you’re a hateful or intolerant person; you may simply be experiencing misophonia.

Individuals with misophonia can be triggered by the most natural, everyday sounds such as eating, chewing, or breathing. Other common triggers include finger tapping, the sound of windshield wipers, or even repetitive movements like fidgeting, being jostled, or someone constantly wiggling their foot.

How to identify this?

If you’re experiencing misophonia, you may notice a range of symptoms. In milder cases, triggers can cause anxiety, discomfort, or a strong urge of flight. In more severe instances, individuals may experience intense emotional reactions such as anger, panic, distress, or a feeling of emotional overwhelm.

How to get rid of it?

This one might have just taken over your life when you were as little as ten years old. While it may not simply go away, seeking help can make a difference. Mental health professionals, such as a therapist, are strongly recommended. Along with therapy, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and effective stress management can help reduce the intensity of triggers, as lifestyle choices play a crucial role in managing the condition.

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