Our policies
Diversity and inclusiveness
As an information provider, Misophonia UK is committed to promoting equal opportunities for all, irrespective of colour, race, disability, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, gender, marital/civil partnership status, sexuality or age. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
We are committed to making our services accessible to all. If you think we could do better, let us know!
Plain English
Misophonia UK is an organisation that seeks to promote awareness of misophonia in many communities, the most important being people with the condition, their nearest and dearest, and the general public. We aim to get our message across in language that is easy to understand. We are a supporter of the Plain English Campaign. If you think we could improve, please let us know!
Quality medical information
Misophonia is a medical condition. We provide information about it as a public service, but none of this information should be regarded as medical advice. As with any medical condition, if you have any particular concerns, you should always inform your family doctor. If you are worried that they will not be familiar with misophonia, by all means refer them to our website.
Two particular problems that arise in relation to misophonia are:
a) the current dearth of research into misophonia and selective sound sensitivity syndrome, and
b) the lack of general practitioners who are familiar with the two diagnoses.
Misophonia UK’s stated aim is to try and address these deficits through awareness-raising.
Our policy on providing quality medical information is as follows:
1) The copy on this site has been written by Guy Fitzmaurice, a journalist with over twenty years' experience, including several years as a healthcare marketing professional.
2) We maintain an up-to-date list of published journal articles on misophonia and related conditions (peer-reviewed or otherwise).
3) Wherever on the website we provide suggestions for treatment or coping strategies, we point out that this information does not constitute medical advice. A medical doctor with knowledge of misophonia should always be consulted.
4) We aim to develop lists of medical practitioners who specialise in diagnosing misophonia and related decreased sound tolerance conditions.
5) Medical practitioners will be invited to submit material for publication on the website and in Misophonia Matters.
6) We are in the process of recruiting senior medical staff to our medical advisory panel.
7) We believe strongly in the therapeutic power of others’ personal accounts to help sufferers come to terms with their own condition. However, when it comes to treatment, anecdotal reports have their place but should be treated with caution. They should be seen as a starting point for discussions with a medical practitioner who is familiar with misophonia, rather than as gospel truth in themselves.
A contentious example is the use of earplugs, and music (or colour noise) played through earphones, to mask trigger noises. Some practitioners warn that overuse of earphones and earplugs can exacerbate the symptoms of misophonia. However, there are many anecdotal reports that some people with misophonia derive significant relief from using these devices as a successful coping strategy. Misophonia UK considers that it is legitimate to publicise the use of these coping strategies, provided that sufferers are prompted to discuss their particular treatment with their doctor and therefore are in a position to make an informed choice.
8) We aim to apply for membership of appropriate online medical information accreditation programs. Membership with at least one established body is currently pending.
9) We are listed by NHS West Midlands Equip Service as a recognised support group.
The Data Protection Act 1998
Misophonia UK seeks to comply with its responsibilities under the Data Protection Act 1998. As a not-for-profit organisation whose information processing is restricted to certain activities, we are exempt from registration with the Information Commissioner. If you have any concerns about data protection, please contact us.
Last content review: 4 May 2010.
Diversity and inclusiveness
As an information provider, Misophonia UK is committed to promoting equal opportunities for all, irrespective of colour, race, disability, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, gender, marital/civil partnership status, sexuality or age. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
We are committed to making our services accessible to all. If you think we could do better, let us know!
Plain English
Misophonia UK is an organisation that seeks to promote awareness of misophonia in many communities, the most important being people with the condition, their nearest and dearest, and the general public. We aim to get our message across in language that is easy to understand. We are a supporter of the Plain English Campaign. If you think we could improve, please let us know!
Quality medical information
Misophonia is a medical condition. We provide information about it as a public service, but none of this information should be regarded as medical advice. As with any medical condition, if you have any particular concerns, you should always inform your family doctor. If you are worried that they will not be familiar with misophonia, by all means refer them to our website.
Two particular problems that arise in relation to misophonia are:
a) the current dearth of research into misophonia and selective sound sensitivity syndrome, and
b) the lack of general practitioners who are familiar with the two diagnoses.
Misophonia UK’s stated aim is to try and address these deficits through awareness-raising.
Our policy on providing quality medical information is as follows:
1) The copy on this site has been written by Guy Fitzmaurice, a journalist with over twenty years' experience, including several years as a healthcare marketing professional.
2) We maintain an up-to-date list of published journal articles on misophonia and related conditions (peer-reviewed or otherwise).
3) Wherever on the website we provide suggestions for treatment or coping strategies, we point out that this information does not constitute medical advice. A medical doctor with knowledge of misophonia should always be consulted.
4) We aim to develop lists of medical practitioners who specialise in diagnosing misophonia and related decreased sound tolerance conditions.
5) Medical practitioners will be invited to submit material for publication on the website and in Misophonia Matters.
6) We are in the process of recruiting senior medical staff to our medical advisory panel.
7) We believe strongly in the therapeutic power of others’ personal accounts to help sufferers come to terms with their own condition. However, when it comes to treatment, anecdotal reports have their place but should be treated with caution. They should be seen as a starting point for discussions with a medical practitioner who is familiar with misophonia, rather than as gospel truth in themselves.
A contentious example is the use of earplugs, and music (or colour noise) played through earphones, to mask trigger noises. Some practitioners warn that overuse of earphones and earplugs can exacerbate the symptoms of misophonia. However, there are many anecdotal reports that some people with misophonia derive significant relief from using these devices as a successful coping strategy. Misophonia UK considers that it is legitimate to publicise the use of these coping strategies, provided that sufferers are prompted to discuss their particular treatment with their doctor and therefore are in a position to make an informed choice.
8) We aim to apply for membership of appropriate online medical information accreditation programs. Membership with at least one established body is currently pending.
9) We are listed by NHS West Midlands Equip Service as a recognised support group.
The Data Protection Act 1998
Misophonia UK seeks to comply with its responsibilities under the Data Protection Act 1998. As a not-for-profit organisation whose information processing is restricted to certain activities, we are exempt from registration with the Information Commissioner. If you have any concerns about data protection, please contact us.
Last content review: 4 May 2010.
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