Real-time emotional responses to trigger sounds in misophonia: An ecological momentary assessment study

Key Points

• Emotional responses to trigger sounds significantly differed in misophonia participants, producing notable anxiety levels.
• Participants reported spikes in discomfort of up to 75% when exposed to common trigger sounds in daily life.
• Ecological momentary assessment was utilized to capture real-time reactions across various environments and situations.
• Findings highlight the need for further research on misophonia management strategies and sound sensitivity.