Teachers' hidden struggle: could noise sensitivity be fueling job stress?

NCT ID NCT07527780

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Ondokuz Mayıs University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how common hyperacusis (sensitivity to everyday sounds) and misophonia (strong negative reactions to specific sounds) are among teachers, and whether these conditions add to their work stress. Researchers will survey 500 teachers in Turkey to measure these sensitivities and their link to occupational well-being. The goal is to better understand these challenges and inform ways to improve working conditions for educators.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could highlight unrecognized causes of teacher stress and point toward better support strategies in schools.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It measures prevalence and associations, so it cannot prove cause and effect or lead directly to a therapy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hyperacusis misophonia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HYPERACUSIS MISOPHONIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Atatürk Anatolia Highschool
RECRUITING

Çorum, 19000, Turkey (Türkiye)
Ondokuz May Highschool
RECRUITING

Samsun, 55000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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