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The Controversy Over ‘Highly Sensitive’ People

NOISE POLLUTION

About a fifth of Americans might be especially sensitive to loud noises. But can a scientifically accurate test be developed?

Hallie Golden

Published May 24 2018 4:56AM EDT

man colored in blue is in angst and holding two pillows by each ear — Photo Illustration by The Daily Beast

Hallie Golden

Hallie Golden

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