There’s a Genetic Reason You Can’t Stand Loud Breathing

When I found out there was a word for it—misophonia—I nearly cried. For years, I thought I was just irrational, mean, or broken. Certain sounds would flip a switch in my brain: chewing, slurping, heavy breathing, pen clicking, someone’s relentless foot tap. I wouldn’t just get annoyed—I’d feel trapped, enraged, like I needed to scream, […]