Hyperacusis is the term used to describe an intolerance to everyday sounds that causes discomfort, distress and even pain. The condition varies significantly, with some people finding it a minor ...

For most of us, the hum of a refrigerator, the clatter of plates or a nearby conversation are just background noise. But for some, these sounds are uncomfortable, distressing or even painful.

Hyperacusis refers to an increased sensitivity to and reduced tolerance of everyday sounds that people would not usually find uncomfortable. People with hyperacusis may find these sounds merely ...

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A recently published study examined the occurrence of hyperacusis in patients with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Results showed a statistically higher prevalence of hyperacusis in ...

A study is the first to examine the relationship between parental mental illness like anxiety and depression in childhood and the risk of suicide and self-harm in adults who suffer from tinnitus, ...