For family and friends.
We realise that being the family member or friend of someone with misophonia is "no picnic" [no pun intended]. It can be very distressing to have your every movement scrutinised by your loved one, and to be told that you are a noisy or disgusting eater or breather. Especially if they fly into a rage, a typical person with misophonia's reaction.
Even if you know at the back of your mind that your actions are normal, and it is the person with misophonia whose reaction is not, comments like that can hurt. They may affect you deeply.
One reason why the under-diagnosis of misophonia is so shocking is that, in extreme cases, misunderstandings, and a lack of effective coping mechanisms on both sides, can lead to family breakdown and divorce.
That is why communication is so important for those affected by the disease, whether they are people who have it, or those who share their space.
Please note that the Misophonia Support Group is there for everybody affected by misophonia, not just people who have the condition. Reading third-party experiences may help you to come to terms with some of the emotions that both you and your family member or friend go through. Connecting with other people in a similar position as you is a great step towards self-empowerment.
It is important to realise that misophonia currently has no cure. There are some therapies that give some patients limited relief. One of the reasons Misophonia UK was established is to campaign for greater research funding (starting from a very low base) which may one day lead to a cure or effective therapy. We realise that is probably many years away. In the meantime, we must put our faith in understanding each other better and developing the best coping mechanisms that we can.
● If you haven't done so already, we urge you to read our dealing with misophonia and personal experiences webpages. These may help give you a better insight into all the issues involved.
● You may want to register with us to receive our occasional newlsetter, Misophonia Matters.
● You can read up on the latest research and press coverage of misophonia.
● Buying a present for someone with misophonia? Why not visit our online shop to get some gift ideas?
If there's anything you think we have neglected to cover, your feedback would be greatly appreciated. Tell us by clicking here.
Thank you for taking the time to read this webpage, and for being there for your loved one.
Last content review: 3 May 2010.
We realise that being the family member or friend of someone with misophonia is "no picnic" [no pun intended]. It can be very distressing to have your every movement scrutinised by your loved one, and to be told that you are a noisy or disgusting eater or breather. Especially if they fly into a rage, a typical person with misophonia's reaction.
Even if you know at the back of your mind that your actions are normal, and it is the person with misophonia whose reaction is not, comments like that can hurt. They may affect you deeply.
One reason why the under-diagnosis of misophonia is so shocking is that, in extreme cases, misunderstandings, and a lack of effective coping mechanisms on both sides, can lead to family breakdown and divorce.
That is why communication is so important for those affected by the disease, whether they are people who have it, or those who share their space.
Please note that the Misophonia Support Group is there for everybody affected by misophonia, not just people who have the condition. Reading third-party experiences may help you to come to terms with some of the emotions that both you and your family member or friend go through. Connecting with other people in a similar position as you is a great step towards self-empowerment.
It is important to realise that misophonia currently has no cure. There are some therapies that give some patients limited relief. One of the reasons Misophonia UK was established is to campaign for greater research funding (starting from a very low base) which may one day lead to a cure or effective therapy. We realise that is probably many years away. In the meantime, we must put our faith in understanding each other better and developing the best coping mechanisms that we can.
● If you haven't done so already, we urge you to read our dealing with misophonia and personal experiences webpages. These may help give you a better insight into all the issues involved.
● You may want to register with us to receive our occasional newlsetter, Misophonia Matters.
● You can read up on the latest research and press coverage of misophonia.
● Buying a present for someone with misophonia? Why not visit our online shop to get some gift ideas?
If there's anything you think we have neglected to cover, your feedback would be greatly appreciated. Tell us by clicking here.
Thank you for taking the time to read this webpage, and for being there for your loved one.
Last content review: 3 May 2010.
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