It's so validating to see a book written about misophonia, something so many people either don't know about or dismiss as unimportant. It was comforting to have the things I experience validated and to hear about similar experiences that other people have.

And this book had some great tools for dealing with misophonia. I've tried a few and will definitely be trying more.

Thank you to the author for taking the time to research this subject so thoroughly and write about it so thoughtfully.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bloomsbury USA for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I felt so validated reading this book. I thought I was being dramatic when certain sounds make my skin crawl to the point of panic.

This book not only explains misophonia (as accurately as possible since this is a relatively new terminology) it gives you helpful tools and activities to help. Because it’s not always easy to run away. The author has a funny, relatable way of explaining what could have been a dull topic.

Sounds Like Misophonia was so helpful for me. I am often bothered by many types of sounds, and this book helped me understand it more and also gave me strategies in dealing with it.

December 25, 2023
I received an arc from NetGalley in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own.

As a therapist specializing in people with disabilities, I was interested to learn more about Misophonia. This book is backed up by a lot of research but also a lot is still not known. While this is a great book, I definitely think it should not be used alone. This book would be a great companion to therapy and give the client extra practice.

I liked how this book used real life examples and gave readers many different skills to practice. I didn’t like how the book said several times that the reader has to figure out what works for them. That’s what therapy is for! I recommend this book to therapists who want to work with people with disabilities and people who have Misophonia.Otherwise I think people would be bored by the book because it is very therapy lingo heavy. Thank you NetGalley for providing an audience for books like these!

People who suffer from misophonia are extremely sensitive to noises.

I don't have misophonia, but sometimes I can be sensitive to sounds, so I was curious about this book.

"Sounds Like Misophonia" is a groundbreaking guide by Dr. Jane Gregory, offering a comprehensive understanding of misophonia and practical strategies to manage the condition.

What I loved most about the book is that is absolutely packed with PRACTICAL exercises.
It was short on theory and long on useful tips!
That's why it earns 5 stars in my book.

The book, which has received praise for its empathy and informative approach, is designed to help individuals navigate the challenges of living with misophonia. Dr. Gregory, a clinical psychologist, incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques and provides step-by-step exercises to help readers change their relationship with triggering sounds and develop effective coping strategies.

The inclusion of case studies and experiments by podcaster Adeel Ahmad adds a personal and relatable dimension to the book. With its supportive tone and valuable insights, Sounds Like Misophonia is a must-read for anyone seeking to overcome the impact of misophonia and lead a fulfilling life.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with an advanced reader copy in exchange for my honest review.

I definitely have some misophonia and I know many others who do as well. Mine is pretty mild and limited to 1-2 sounds, but I was definitely interested in learning more about this issue.

This is a very comprehensive look at misophonia, and many of the chapters are exercises and challenges to practice. I did not do the exercises and did skim through much of these chapters. I was more interested in the science behind it and general strategies.

The author writes in a easy to understand manner, and infuses some humor. I think this book would be best aimed at a reader who is serious about wanting to change their misophonia behaviors (or those of their child).

Four stars

This book helps you feel not so alone in my struggles. The tools are helpful. I struggled with the concept of the miso-child but enjoyed the rest of the book.

I voluntarily read an advanced copy.

As someone with misophonia, this was helpful as a resource and source of validation. It is nice to have a book as opposed to online websites and forums with scientific evidence to back up peoples' experiences. I would recommend this to sufferers of misophonia as well as their families and partners, to better understand their experiences.

This is an active rather than a passive book. With the exception of the first part, the reader would need to be actively involved in at least some of the exercises that this book suggests for it to be meaningful. It is also a "choose your own adventure" kind of book, so jumping around sections and skipping parts that don't resonate is expected. I would have preferred to have a physical copy of the book instead of electronic because of the need to navigate back and forth and the many exercises contained in it. This book is about half text and half work book.

The first part was “what we know so far, which isn’t much”. I was sure I have some form of misophonia prior to reading the book which is why I was interested in picking it up. If anything this book made me feel like I don’t have it. Instead what I have is a heightened reaction to sounds, which could be both negative (a mild form of misophonia) and positive (ASMR, frisson). This reaction is likely due to the book featuring many examples with people who have much more severe cases than I do, which made me engage less with the book. I am either not the target audience here, or this book could have benefited from a mix of examples.

I did not connect with the “miso child” chapters so I skipped 5 and 6. Chapters on "theories" were also a bit of a hit or miss. Some exercises were rather enlightening to me, while others were less useful, but that is expected.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bloomsbury USA for providing this ARC.

Finally, a clearly written, comprehensive, and practical guide to this exasperating condition, I’m so grateful that fellow sufferer and expert Dr. Jane Gregory has offered this very helpful book. There is hope!

Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for the ARC!

I recently found out via genetic testing that I’m more “susceptible” to misophonia so I had to dive into this book!

It was extremely in depth and had cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to help you cope. I think if you don’t see a therapist or want to learn methods to cope with “sound annoyance” this one is for you. I learned a ton but I think on the misophonia spectrum I may not need all the techniques here. It was so validating though ❤️

Thank you NetGalley and Bloomsbury USA for this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

I think this was a really comprehensive explanation of misophonia, and actually, this is the only book I've ever seen written about the topic. While my sensory challenges are mainly auditory, I also have challenges with tactile stimulation.

A lot of the first half of the book was unrelateble to me- while I tried to think of theories that were making me annoyed by those noises, I came up short most of the time. I was personally looking for more practical solutions for day to day life, but these sections may be beneficial to others.

I think this will be very helpful for those with misophonia, and I'm so happy that something has finally been written on this subject! I didn't go into this expecting it to work for me due to the fact that my sensory challenges are not from misophonia. But hey, it doesn't hurt to try, right? I thought the chapters on coping strategies were great.

A helpful guide to people with misophonia and their loved ones. It was explained in an easily understable way.