Research shows annoying sounds might not be in your ears, but in your brain

The sound of someone sniffling can be irritating, but that has almost nothing to do with the sound itself, new Carnegie ...
The New York Times

Ask Wirecutter: How Do I Block Out Annoying Sounds From My Noisy Neighborhood?

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WRAL

If certain sounds make you anxious, you may have this misunderstood disorder

Clicking pens, popping gum, tapping of fingernails – what are common but annoying sounds for many can be especially triggering for those with misphonia, a neurological disorder characterized by ...
NorthJersey.com

15 annoying sounds in North Jersey we're pretty sure are the worst parts of summer

Summer, for most, is all about rest and relaxation. But there will always be those sounds that inevitably disrupt our Zen at the most inopportune times. Whether it be something that jolts us out of a ...
FOX8 Cleveland

Noisy, annoying neighbors can impact your heart health, study suggests

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. (WJW) – Do you get irritated by your noisy ...
The New York Times

Ask Wirecutter: How Do I Block Out Annoying Sounds?

A reader asks: “When I moved out of New York City, I expected peace and quiet, but the suburbs are so loud. Do you have any advice on how to tamp down the noise of yard work, sirens and other ...