Auditory sensitivities are common among people with autism spectrum disorder diagnoses (ASD). As underlying factors are unknown, we examined whether ASD adults (NASD = 33; NTypically Developing = 31; 25–45 years; IQ > 70): (1) habituated slower to auditory stimuli; (2) had ...
If you find that noise is starting to make you feel anxious, or that you're responding to noises with intense stress, you should seek help immediately. Talk to a professional, especially if you think you may have developed post traumatic stress disorder. Getting help right away is the best...
People with misophonia — another type of hearing disorder — experience rage or disgust when they hear certain noises. Common culprits include the sound of someone else eating, drinking or breathing, according to a June 2021 paper in The Journal of Neuroscience. Unlike hyperacusis, it's...
I am very depressed because of my inability to hear well, and my tinnitus is extremely loud. I sometimes think that there are mice in my ears scratching to get out. The tinnitus and combined hearing loss is very depressing, but so also is the sensitivity to loud sounds. Loud sounds cause...
This kind of general sound sensitivity can result from exposure to a loud noise, certain medications, and a few medical conditions. It is also associated with some neurological conditions, including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, extreme fatigue, and migraine headaches (which has a high...
A tiny fish is helping scientists understand how the human brain processes sound, while also giving insight to autism spectrum disorder. Scientists at The University of Queensland used zebrafish that carry the samegenetic mutationsas humans with fragile X syndrome and autism, and discovered theneural...
Suspicion of a potential mental disorder led to exclusion from the study22. If all in- and exclusion criteria were fulfilled, appointments for the pre-test, on-site sound source installation, and post-test were made. Closely after the pre-test assessment (1–3 days to maximally one week ...