Hyperacusis
& Misophonia
in Victoria BC
Our audiologists are trained in the assessment and management of sound sensitivity, including hyperacusis and misophonia. We take an individualized, interdisciplinary approach to care, drawing on our clinical expertise and counselling support to help patients better understand and manage their sensitivity to sound.
Hyperacusis Assessment
Appointment Duration: 90 minutes
What is Hyperacusis?
Hyperacusis is a condition in which everyday sounds feel unusually loud, uncomfortable, or even painful. It can affect how you experience sounds at home, work, or in social settings, and may vary in severity from person to person.
A hyperacusis assessment is recommended if you:
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Find everyday sounds uncomfortably or painfully loud
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Have difficulty tolerating sounds such as voices, dishes, traffic, music, or household appliances
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Avoid certain places or activities because of sound sensitivity
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Find that your sound sensitivity is affecting work, school, relationships, or social activities
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Notice that your sensitivity to sound has changed or become more bothersome
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Experience discomfort or distress even when others find the sounds to be at a normal volume
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Want to better understand your sound sensitivity and explore strategies to manage it
A hyperacusis assessment includes:
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A detailed review of your hearing health history, sound sensitivity history, and any related concerns
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Tone and speech testing to assess your hearing abilities
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A detailed review of the results
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A personalized recommendation for management based on your assessment and needs
Misophonia Assessment
Appointment Duration: 90 minutes
What is Misophonia?
Misophonia is a condition in which specific sounds trigger a strong emotional or physical response, such as irritation, anger, anxiety, or distress.
Common triggers can include chewing, breathing, tapping, or other repetitive sounds, and the response can vary from person to person.
A misophonia assessment is recommended if you:
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A misophonia assessment may be helpful if you:
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Experience strong emotional or physical reactions (such as irritation, anxiety, anger, or distress) to specific sounds
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Are triggered by everyday sounds such as chewing, breathing, tapping, pen clicking, or repetitive noises
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Find yourself avoiding certain people, places, or situations because of sound triggers
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Notice that sound triggers are affecting your work, school, relationships, or social life
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Feel a sense of loss of control or heightened stress when exposed to trigger sounds
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React to certain sounds more intensely than others around you seem to
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Want to better understand your sound triggers and explore strategies to manage your responses
A misophonia assessment includes:
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A detailed review of your hearing health history, sound sensitivity history, and any related concerns
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Tone and speech testing to assess your hearing abilities
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A detailed review of the results
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A personalized recommendation for management based on your assessment and needs