Misophonia in youth is a family problem, in need of family solutions

Individuals with misophonia are no strangers to using devices and modifying routines to reduce their contact with troublesome sounds. From trusty foam earplugs to elaborate noise cancelling technology to visiting the cinema at the unsocial hour of 11am on a Monday, for many of us with misophonia, modifications are part of life. But new research suggests that for youth with misophonia, these kinds of strategies might extend to the rest of the family too.

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How to help kids with misophonia and sound sensitivities

For some kids, family meals and noisy classrooms can feel like absolute torture. Misophonia is phenomenon where small repetitive sounds like eating and breathing feel impossible to ignore and can cause an extreme emotional reaction. While the research on misophonia in young people is still very young itself, there are some ways that families can help their children with misophonia.

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