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I get disturbed by the sound of eating and throat noises. It makes me feel angry and restless. What should I do?
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It is common in many people, real concern is how much angry and resltelss, how you react to it and how much is it troubling you in daily life. Underlying temperament can also influence this.
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This problem needs proper assessment for its underlying cause and impact on you
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The presenting problem needs to be investigated if it is physiological and its impact on you creating distress
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Get in touch with a psychotherapist
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Kindly reach out for therapy sessions
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Anger issues are common in many psychological disorders.detailed history and assesment needed.
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This sounds like a condition called sound sensitivity (misophonia), where specific sounds like eating can trigger strong irritation or anger.
It is common and manageable.
Avoid suppressing it forcefully—gradual exposure helps reduce sensitivity over time.
If it’s frequent or affecting your daily life, a psychiatrist can guide you with simple therapies (like CBT) and, if needed, medication.
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I’d recommend a brief consultation to assess severity and help you feel more in control of these reactions.
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Try using background sounds (music/white noise) and practice relaxation techniques when triggered.
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Hi, will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for treatment
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Dr. Nilesh J Rao
Psychiatrist
19 yrs exp
Vadodara
Hello
The strong irritability you feel toward eating and throat sounds is very consistent with a condition called MISOPHONIA where everyday noises elicit strong emotional responses.
Common triggers are chewing, swallowing, throat clearing, coughing, snoring, or repetitive noises.
Emotions elicited are irritability, anger outbursts, urge to escape the situation, disgust…..
Common associations are with tinnitus , OCD, ADHD, autism
Impact: difficulty in shared spaces, misunderstanding in relationships, stress in everyday situations…
Treatment:
NO MEDICINES APPROVED SO FAR
ONLY INDIRECT TREATMENT OF ANY ASSOCIATED CONDITIONS.
CBT may help
Sound management tools such as noise canceling headphones, ear plugs or soothing background music
Developing interpersonal skills to reduce strain relationships.
NO ADDICTION IN ANY FORM AT ALL
Hope this helps
Take care and stay healthy
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