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Study Links Misophonia to Emotional Regulation Issues

10/7/2025

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Researchers from UC Berkeley and Hashir International Specialist Clinics link misophonia to emotional and attention regulation issues, affecting about 13 million Americans.
Misophonia is not just sound sensitivity; it involves cognitive inflexibility and rumination.
The study involved 140 adults and found links between mental rigidity and misophonia severity.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness may improve emotional adaptability.

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Story summary

Researchers from UC Berkeley and Hashir International Specialist Clinics link misophonia to emotional and attention regulation issues, affecting about 13 million Americans.
Misophonia is not just sound sensitivity; it involves cognitive inflexibility and rumination.
The study involved 140 adults and found links between mental rigidity and misophonia severity.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness may improve emotional adaptability.