Misophonia: What It Is, Triggers, Symptoms & Treatment (Cleveland Clinic)
Where this fits: Why Does His Chewing Make Me Want to Scream? Perimenopause Misophonia
Claims this source supports
- Misophonia is a disorder where you have a decreased tolerance to specific sounds and things you can sense related to them.
- Misophonia does not yet have official recognition as a distinct disorder, but experts still recognize it, and there is now a formal consensus definition for research purposes and for diagnosing and treating it.
- Common trigger sounds include chewing, eating, and other mouth sounds; reactions are strong emotional and physiological responses, which can include rage, anxiety, and disgust.