Misophonia
Overview
Misophonia may cause a reaction to sounds such as dripping water, chewing, snapping gum, or repetitive noises, such as pencil tapping.
Symptoms
People with misophonia can become irritated, enraged, or even panicked when they hear their trigger sounds.
Treatments
Treatment might involve therapy, antidepressants , or lifestyle recommendations, such as using sound protection or creating "noise-free" zones within living spaces.
