misophonia

[saskia]

I’m still a teenager but since 8 years old, i’ve struggled with trauma based misophonia that grows by the day. It’s not just small sounds such as swallowing or tapping anymore, if i hear any sound of my mother or pretty much anyone, I go hysterical. I’ve been seeing therapists for years but no coping strategies have worked. It’s gotten to the point where my mother is sick of me.

Like I mentioned, i’m still a young girl and live with my mother, so her telling me she can no longer deal with me day to day as she feels she is walking on egg shells because of my misophonia, i’m worried she’ll kick me out of the house. I know she loves me but I don’t think she likes me if that makes sense, so I don’t double she’ll do whatever she wants. I don’t know what to do, i’m scared. 

[indigo22]

Hi saskia,

Welcome and thank you for reaching out to us.

I have no experience with misophonia but have just done a bit of reading about it. I'm so sorry you are going through such a difficult time with it. I can only imagine what life must be like for you.

You said you have tried a number of things, was thinking that perhaps noise cancelling headphones might help you at home. Is this something you have tried already?

I don't know your family but I can imagine that your mum is just frustrated that nothing is working at present. Could you try having a talk with her about your fears? I am concerned that your fears on top of misophonia will be making things worse for you. You could also talk with your therapist about how you are feeling, perhaps your therapist could arrange a session with you and your mum together.

You could also call Kid's Helpline (available 24/7) when you are feeling scared and for some extra support when you need it - 1800 551 800

I am not sure if any of this is helpful to you, but I hope it is.

Thinking of you,

indigo