“It’s just trying to do what it was genetically programmed to do.”
So what are they?
Here are the most popular infuriating habits most of us do.
You may be dealing with a condition known as misophonia.
“These reactions"can range from anger and annoyance to panic and the need to flee.”
But not everyone who finds themselves annoyed at eating sounds is suffering from misophonia.
However, a person with misophonia is more likely to experience severe emotional distress as opposed to mild irritation.
Close talking
There’s nothing quite so jarring as having a conversation with a close talker.
But if we all hate close talking so much, why do some people do it?
The researchers noted that a woman with a damaged amygdala did not recognize others' preference for personal space.
But it might notjustbe about the brain.
Cultural differences could also be at play.
That word, he revealed, is “um.”
These little filler words have been dubbed “word whiskers” a fitting name for a pet peeve.
So, um, like, don’t do it, okay?
“It’s a nasty habit,” he wrote.
“It is the very opposite of confidence or assertiveness.”
Davis revealed that he started noticing the speech pattern in Canada in the early aughts.
“Some argued that uptalk had begun as a form of Valley Girl-speak,” he added.
Of course, Davis isn’t the only one infuriated by uptalk.
Well, we did.
And, apparently, it’s not just to gross us out.
“Others develop the habit from spitting out chewing tobacco.”
As such, they also experienced a higher “flow rate” of saliva.
“Chewing is almost universal.
In addition to misophonia, other people also experiencechiclephobia, or the fear of chewing gum.
Those with this phobia may be terrified of the stuff and find it completely gross.
“I hate chewing gum,” she once toldPeople.
“It makes me sick just to think about it.
Nail-biting
As much as you may not want to believe this:millionsof Americans bite their nails.
This is true even though science has told us how gross andbad for us it is.
It is possible to curb this habit, though.
Take that, Mom!
But whatishappening when you crack your knuckles?
The science behind it may make even those of us who have this habit squeamish.
Essentially, cracking your knuckles increases the space between your joints.
In turn, gas bubbles in the joint fluid burst.
It sounds gross and is gross, to some people but it is “probably harmless.”
Pen-clicking
It seemseverymeeting has its designated pen-clicker.
Likewise, it’s also important to remember that someone with misophonia can’t simply forget about the sound.
Not only is it insensitive, but it also won’t work.
After all, both misophonia and depression areconditions of the brain.
Interrupting conversations
It’s hard to have a conversation with someone who constantly interrupts you.
Although we may all be guilty of doing this at times, some have made it a habit.
And they may not even have realized this is the case.
Of the thousands of responses, “interrupting people” was a big one.
“I don’t intend to be rude,” she opined.
Yet she believes this habit can and should be broken with a little awareness and effort.
Borrowing items
How often do you borrow things without returning them?
Instead of being lackadaisical with returns, make it a priority to make good on your word.
But why is that so irritating?
“We often play with our hair unconsciously.
