Music therapy can treat sound sensitivity

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Music therapy can treat sound sensitivity

Music exposure therapy helps people with sound sensitivities by gradually introducing music, reducing discomfort from everyday noises and improving their quality of life.

Music exposure therapy offers a targeted treatment for sound sensitivity disorders like hyperacusis and misophonia, where everyday sounds cause intense discomfort. This approach gradually introduces patients to music, starting with low volumes and soothing melodies, then slowly increasing intensity. It helps desensitize the auditory system and can even rewire neural responses to sound.

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