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Abstract

When trying to understand the impact of sound sensitivity on those who find themselves working within the very industry that harnesses audio in its entirety, previous research is limited.
Studies conducted into misophonia, a turbulent and unsolicited neurobehavioral hatred of sound, are based heavily on merely identifying the disorder and comparing it to those who do not share the same experience.
Misophonia has been loosely connected to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), this research will bridge the gap in past works, utilising the corrective and alleviating methods used to treat those with such conditions.
Instead, this study aims to identify the source of misophonic triggers and their causes, specifically those found in environments connected to the sound and music industry, and how one could restrict the impact a disorder so uncommonly known has on their career, a career of which is so sought after in this current age, by using auditory knowledge and music technology skills.

Course: Music Technology - BSc (Hons) - U3958PYC

Date Deposited: 2025-01-10

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