The article discusses the author's reflection on childhood behavior and its possible link to misophonia, a condition where certain sounds trigger intense emotional responses. The author recounts a note written to her father where she apologizes for shaming him over picking his nose, recognizing that her reactions may have been exaggerated by her misophonia. With misophonia affecting daily life and often intensifying to include various triggers, the author wants to raise awareness and understanding about this condition that is still not widely recognized.
Looking back, I can see my childhood behavior as a reflection of misophonia, a disorder that triggers extreme reactions to specific sounds or actions around us.
Misophonia isn't just a mild annoyance; it engulfs you in rage and disgust, highlighting the intensity of experiences faced by those who suffer from it.
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