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Hi,I'm new to this group. I believe I have misophonia and like many others in this group, certain sounds are highly annoying to me. I'm 54 years old, professional and have always assumed that I was a little peculiar (to myself of course). Couldn't understand why so many sounds would annoy me to the point of avoidance while the rest of my family seemed indifferent to these sounds.I may sound skeptical , and forgive me for saying so, but deep down inside, I still think that this 'condition' is being used a little loosely.I am not in any way downplaying this sit or its members. I feel relieved to be able to connect with others who share the same symptoms; however, I am skeptical about how much of the way we feel can be attributed to certain conditions.

I have been 'different' in this respect since I was about 8. Certain sounds were unbearable to hear. I felt like a freak. I may still sometimes feel like a freak and therefore I prefer to suffer quietly without mentioning a word to anyone. Most members of my family just think I am sensitive to sounds and that I have a very good hearing.I hope I'm not offending anyone; that is not my objective. I just think that way too many people use different conditions to justify sometimes odd behavior or feelings. I hope that I become more comfortable with the knowledge that this site brings. My objective is to learn from others and to accept this condition . Again, please accept my apology if I have offended any participants. I am here as others are; to feel better and to share.All the best to you,Margaret