Misophonia Answers:
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes misophonia?
We aren’t sure what causes misophonia, yet.
Is misophonia a phobia?
Misophonia is not considered to be a phobia. Phobias are irrational fears of specific things or situations, while misophonia is a sensory disorder that causes strong dislike or negative emotional reaction to specific sounds, such as someone eating or breathing loudly. Misophonia is often described as a disorder that is a multi-sensory sensitivity and can be difficult to cope with in some cases.
Are misophonia and ADHD the same thing?
People with ADHD may experience sensory sensitivities, including misophonia, but they are two different conditions.
Will I ever find a partner that can tolerate my misophonia?
When living with or dating a person with misophonia, communication is key.
Is MDMA effective at treating misophonia?
It’s too early to assess the efficacy of MDMA in treating misophonia and misokinesia.
Are Beta Blockers, such as propranolol, effective at treating misophonia?
It’s too early to assess the efficacy of beta blockers in treating misophonia and misokinesia.