The Science Behind Why You Hate The Sound of Chewing

Alex Dainis explains the science of misophonia. Misophonia is characterized by an intense reaction to specific sounds. People who experience misophonia have strong negative emotions when exposed to trigger sounds such as chewing or pen clicking. And ASMR, which stands for Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response, is a phenomenon characterized by a pleasurable tingling sensation that occurs in response to specific audiovisual triggers. These triggers typically include soft-spoken voices, whispering, gentle tapping, or repetitive sounds. While the scientific understanding of ASMR is still developing, it has gained popularity as a form of sensory stimulation and stress relief for some people.