ASMR can send give you shivers of pleasure in response to sound, while misphonia triggers negative reactions so intense it can ruin lives. Scientists are now realizing they have a lot in common.

Our study suggests ASMR could have potential as an intervention to reduce anxiety.

ASMR videos trigger real brain changes, helping millions relax, relieve stress, and even achieve altered states of consciousness, according to new research.

What Does ASMR Stand for and What Is It? ASMR stands for autonomous sensory meridian response. It's also known as "brain tingles," and it can come from particular sound frequencies or visual things.

People experience ASMR in response to triggers, which can take lots of forms. "ASMRtists" who whisper into and tap their fingers upon microphones are particularly popular on YouTube.

ASMR is an acronym for autonomous sensory meridian response, which describes a physical tingling sensation triggered by certain sounds or visuals. Videos designed to elicit these responses have ...

But whether or not ASMR can and should be used as an effective form of therapy is still unknown. This is an exciting time for ASMR research because there’s still so much we don’t yet know.