Sounds that make you want to scream 6 Minute English

Fingernails down a blackboard, someone chewing food, the scrape of a knife a plate - there are lots of sounds people don't like. But for some people, it causes them huge distress. Neil and Phil discuss the medical condition called 'misophonia' and teach you some useful vocabulary. Which sounds drive you crazy? 👇👇👇 ❓❓❓ This week's question: According to a recent survey by the American journal Medical News, which of these sounds did their readers find the most unpleasant? a) bicycle brakes squeaking b) nails scraping a blackboard c) a baby crying [Cover: Getty Images] You can download audio and text here 👉 Vocabulary: ✔️trigger - something that causes people to feel emotional distress or fear, often because they remind the person of a traumatic event in the past ✔️fight-or-flight - natural