In the second episode of the series "Between Two Ears", I share my recent trip to Iowa City to participate in a groundbreaking misophonia research study led by Dr. Sukhbinder Kumar — a continuation of his earlier work on mirror neurons and the motor basis of misophonia. This new study explores the social context of trigger reactions and involved time in an MRI chamber while exposed to common misophonic triggers.
I talk about what it was like to undergo the study, the misophonic challenges(!), and why I believe it was worth it — not just for science, but for personal growth and understanding. I also reflect on meeting Dr. Kumar in person, our conversation about the deeper roots of misophonia, and why this research made me hopeful for the future. I hope to have Dr. Kumar on a regular episode of the podcast in the future!
If you’re in the area or able to travel, I encourage you to consider participating in studies like this. They matter.
Photos and more on social. Here's a link to the lab:
https://interoception.lab.uiowa.edu/misophonia-research
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