We all have sounds that drive us crazy — maybe someone chewing loudly beside you, slurping their coffee, constantly clicking a pen, or even just breathing a little too loudly. But for people with misophonia, these aren't simply annoying sounds. They can trigger an immediate and incredibly intense reaction — anger, disgust, panic, anxiety, even a fight-or-flight response. Professor Nichole Scheerer, a cognitive neuroscientist and assistant professor of psychology at Wilfrid Laurier University, spoke with Ken Connors.

<p>We all have sounds that drive us crazy &mdash; maybe someone chewing loudly beside you, slurping their coffee, constantly clicking a pen, or even just breathing a little too loudly.&nbsp;But for people with misophonia, these aren't simply annoying sounds. They can trigger an immediate and incredibly intense reaction &mdash; anger, disgust, panic, anxiety, even a fight-or-flight response. Professor Nichole Scheerer, a cognitive neuroscientist and assistant professor of psychology at Wilfrid Laurier University, spoke with Ken Connors.</p>

The Andrew Carter Podcast is a daily, high-paced, round-up of stories and news impacting Montrealers. While the podcast delivers the latest political, health and entertainment headlines - it will also leave you with a smile.

<p>The Andrew Carter Podcast is a daily, high-paced, round-up of stories and news impacting Montrealers. While the podcast delivers the latest political, health and entertainment headlines - it will also leave you with a smile.</p>