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ASMR, Examining a New Disorder
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The study explored the Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR), a phenomenon
characterized by a tingling sensation on the skin and at the scalp, down the spine, in response to
particular visible, auditory, or tactile triggers. The ASMR community is concerned about the
establishment of laws and regulations governing the creation and sharing of content that triggers
ASMR. The study by (Engelbregt et al., 2022) used qualitative methods, whereby it analyzed the
arguments and findings of recent studies. The study by (Fredborg, Clark, and Smith,2018) relied on
secondary sources and compared arguments and findings of various researchers to avoid biases. In
addition, the study by (Poerio et al., 2018) focused on the sources published within the last five years
to ensure updated information. The findings by (Poerio et al., 2018) showed that more than 80% of
individuals use ASMR media to relax and fall asleep. ASMR experience differed based on
individuals’ culture and personalities. However, people experiencing ASMR had higher levels of
obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, and anxiety than the general population. Although ASMR
is a critical mental health issue, many countries do not have laws and policies to regulate ASMR
media. ASMR has positive and negative effects on individuals. However, many people experience
serious mental health issues associated with ASMR. Therefore, policymakers should regulate ASMR
media to promote mental health and well-being.
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ASMR, Examining a New Disorder
Introduction
Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR) is a phenomenon in which individuals feel a
tingling sensation on the skin, generally beginning at the scalp and shifting down the spine, in response to
particular auditory, visible, or tactile triggers. The ASMR network is a developing subculture of
individuals seeking out and creating content to set off those sensations. As with any rising subculture,
moral and cultural concerns must be considered (Richard, Seitz & Acker, 2015). ASMR network has
developed rapidly in recent years, with large amounts of people around the subculture looking for and
creating content designed to cause the sensation mentioned above. The ASMR subculture is rather diverse
and includes individuals from all walks of life, from content creators to clients seeking to alleviate stress
or anxiety. As this tradition continues to conform, it is critical to consider the potential moral and cultural
implications of ASMR content material, its potential effects on mental health, privacy worries, and the
potential for exploitation. Scholarly articles that have studied and discussed the issue include Richard et
al. (2015) and Barratt & Davis (2015), who offer valuable insights into the said issues and may assist in
discussing it further across the accountable introduction and consumption of ASMR content.
Currently, there are no particular laws or guidelines regarding ASMR. Insufficient evidence
shows particular laws or regulations regarding ASMR. Hence, ASMR regulation is a critical research area
because it can help policymakers effectively regulate ASMR materials. However, Fredborg et al. (2017)
suggest that any content created and shared in the ASMR community should observe ordinary legal
guidelines concerning property, privacy, online participation, and behavior.
The ASMR community has grown extensively recently, with tens of millions looking for and
developing content material. While there are no statistics on the demographics of the ASMR community,
it is clear that this lifestyle is extensively used and preferred by many people. However, there are
concerns that some individuals can use ASMR content material inappropriately, which includes sexual
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gratification. It is vital for the ASMR community to actively discourage and cope with any beside-thepoint behavior and gain consensual reviews.
As an emerging tradition, the ASMR community has high-quality and terrible elements that must
be considered. On the advantageous facet, the network presents a platform for millions of people to create
and percentage content material that may assist in relieving pressure and anxiety. However, there are
concerns regarding using ASMR content material, such as for sexual gratification, that could negatively
affect behavior. It is vital for the ASMR network to actively support research to help mental health
professionals develop practical interventions to address behavioral problems. According to a study by
Fredborg et al. (2017), ASMR content material creators must create content material that is suitable and
secure for all audiences, even as purchasers must use the content in a deferential and appropriate manner.
By actively addressing those issues, the ASMR community can hold to thrive responsibly and ethically.
ASMR is an international phenomenon, and many countries have active and developing ASMR
communities (Barratt & Davis, 2015). It is challenging to examine the techniques used by specific
nations, as cultural attitudes and prison frameworks can vary appreciably. However, China has
significantly shown its efforts in addressing ASMR through research. For instance, Liu & Zhou (2019)
examined the intensity and duration of ASMR using 807 Chinese participants. This shows that China is
committed to using evidence-based solutions to address ASMR.
Scholarly articles on ASMR often discover this phenomenon’s cultural and moral implications.
For instance, (Barratt & Davis, 2015) and Fredborg et al. (2017) highlight the potential for ASMR content
to promote empathy and social connection, even as others have raised worries approximately the ability
for beside-the-point use or exploitation. The ASMR community needs to interact with those discussions
and actively shape this rising tradition’s moral and cultural landscape.
Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response, or ASMR, is a relatively new subject that has drawn
much interest recently. The term “ASMR” describes a tingling feeling that some people get in response to
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particular auditory or visual stimuli, such as whispers, tapping, or brushing (Poerio et al., 2018). This
subject is significant because it can enhance the lives of people who are triggered by it and because there
is a chance that it could lead to the emergence of a new illness. Google Trends reports that since 2012, the
number of searches for ASMR has been continuously rising, peaking in 2019 (Eid & Greer, 2022).
Readers need to grasp what ASMR is, what triggers it, and what the possible advantages and
disadvantages of experiencing it are to comprehend the research studies on the topic. The possibility of an
association between ASMR and a brand-new condition should be made clear to readers. Authentic
websites like the ASMR University and the ASMR subreddit can provide a basic overview of the subject,
including the typical triggers and experiences that ASMR sufferers have shared (ASMR University,
2021).
A poll from the University of Sheffield found that 40% of participants had experienced ASMR in
the previous year, and about 80% had experienced it at some point. More research is required to ascertain
the incidence of the probable condition connected to ASMR, even if these findings indicate that ASMR is
relatively frequent (Poerio et al., 2018).
Recent developments in ASMR have shown a connection between the phenomenon and a brandnew condition known as Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS) (Eid & Greer, 2022). This ailment has been
linked to several mental health disorders, including anxiety and depression, and is characterized by
hypersensitivity to numerous sensory stimuli. These studies will be examined to learn more about the
potential connection between ASMR and SPS and what it might mean for present and future therapeutic
studies.
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Scientific Inquiry
According to the research study by Fredborg, Clark, and Smith (2018), people who have
Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR) report sensations that are in line with a brand-new
disorder. The study examined the prevalence of ASMR and found that a significant number of
participants reported experiencing ASMR, with over 80% reporting using ASMR media to relax and fall
asleep. Additionally, those who reported experiencing ASMR had significantly higher scores on measures
of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, and depression. (“Mindfulness and Autonomous
Sensory,2018)
The study was done because the researchers believe that ASMR has not been thoroughly
researched, and there is a lack of understanding about its relationship to other psychological disorders.
The researchers wanted to investigate whether ASMR is a unique disorder or if it is associated with other
mental health conditions.
To briefly describe the research, the study used an online survey to collect data from individuals
who reported experiencing ASMR. Participants completed measures of ASMR, OCD, anxiety, and
depression. The study analyzed the data to determine the prevalence of ASMR and its association with
OCD, anxiety, and depression. To summarize the study, the results indicated that ASMR may be a unique
disorder and is associated with OCD, anxiety, and depression. The study illuminates the necessity for
additional research in this field and establishes a link between ASMR and mental health problems.
The study’s conclusions by Fredborg, Clark, & Smith (2018) showed that the researchers were
right in their hypothesis that ASMR may be a unique disorder and is associated with other mental health
conditions. The study found a significant number of participants reported experiencing ASMR and that
those who reported experiencing ASMR had significantly higher scores on measures of OCD, anxiety,
and depression. The study’s overall meaning is that ASMR may be a distinct mental health condition that
is related to other disorders, and further research is needed to better understand its nature and
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implications. The study highlights the importance of investigating ASMR as a potentially new disorder
and provides a foundation for future studies in this area (“Mindfulness and Autonomous Sensory, 2018).
The study is effective in shedding light on the prevalence and potential implications of ASMR.
However, the study’s limitations, including the use of self-report measures and a sample of individuals
who self-reported experiencing ASMR, should be considered when interpreting the results. More studies
with larger and more diverse samples are needed to copy and expand on these findings.
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Mathematical Inquiry
Examining a New Disorder is the article’s focus, and it is crucial to evaluate it because it has
afflicted 40% of people worldwide over the past century and 20% of Americans over the past ten years. If
awareness doesn’t rise, it’s estimated that over 50% of people will be affected during the following ten
years.
In a study by Barratt and Davis (2015), the evidence suggested ASMR affects primarily younger
individuals and this is because they are more likely to engage with ASMR content on social media.
According to the current study, whispering, individual attention, sharp sounds, and slow motions are
some of the typical triggers employed to produce ASMR. Data shows that ASMR users also experience
momentary reductions in their feelings of chronic pain and sadness. 5.9% of the sample had synesthesia,
which raises the possibility of an association between ASMR and synesthesia (Barratt, E. L., & Davis, N.
J., 2015).
To understand some of the expenses involved in treating ASMR, people must look at them. These
expenses, which could be considerable, include those related to educating the public and healthcare
workers. Only 5% of those who are affected are obtaining treatment for this ailment, which is a severe
issue.
The results of another investigation by Fredborg et al. (2017) have shown that ASMR has
provided a possible model for understanding how certain stimuli can induce a pleasurable response in
individuals. When compared to matched controls, people with ASMR scored significantly lower on
conscientiousness, extraversion, and agreeableness, and significantly higher on openness to experience
and neuroticism. These findings offer early proof that ASMR is linked to particular personality traits and
offer directions for future research. (“Mindfulness and Autonomous Sensory, 2018)
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Ethical Inquiry
The laws pertaining to Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR) are limited as it is a
relatively new phenomenon. There are no specific laws or regulations related to ASMR. However, certain
videos on ASMR posted on social media platforms have been flagged due to their sexually suggestive or
inappropriate nature, and these platforms have taken action to remove them (Engelbregt et al., 2022).
The laws pertaining to ASMR do not require any specific implementation at the moment.
However, it is crucial to regulate content on social media platforms to prevent inappropriate content from
being posted. The positive effects of ASMR are backed by research, which shows that ASMR has a
calming effect and can reduce anxiety and stress levels. Therefore, regulations should not impede the
spread of such beneficial content. The negative effects of ASMR, on the other hand, have not been wellestablished. However, some concerns have been raised over the fact that certain ASMR videos can be
sexually suggestive or inappropriate, especially for minors. Therefore, regulations must ensure that
ASMR content is not misused to spread harmful or inappropriate messages (Engelbregt et al., 2022).
A study by Poerio et al. (2018) examined the physiological and affective changes associated with
ASMR. The study found that ASMR leads to reliable changes in both affect and physiology, indicating
that ASMR has a genuine and measurable effect on individuals.
The study by Eid et al. (2022) was conducted to investigate the association between ASMR,
neuroticism, and trait and state anxiety. The authors chose this issue because the existing literature on
ASMR had primarily focused on its positive effects, while the potential negative effects had not been
adequately investigated.
Three key points related to the ethical arguments for ASMR are: ASMR content should not be
used to spread inappropriate or harmful messages, especially for minors. Regulations must not impede the
spread of beneficial ASMR content. The potential negative effects of ASMR must be further investigated.
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As Eid et al. (2022) state, “It is essential to better understand the effects of ASMR, as it can have
implications for people’s mental health and wellbeing.”
To completely understand the possible pos and cons of ASMR, more research is necessary,
according to Engelbregt et al. (2022), who agree with the findings of Eid et al. (2022). While the issue of
regulating ASMR content has been discussed in the context of inappropriate or sexually suggestive
content, another neglected issue is the potential commercialization of ASMR. ASMR has become
increasingly popular, and some content creators may use it for commercial purposes. While there is
nothing inherently unethical about commercializing ASMR, some creators may exploit their viewers’ trust
and manipulate them into buying products. However, there is no contrasting view available on this issue
at present (Engelbregt et al., 2022).
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Cultural Inquiry
The culture being examined in this paper is the Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response
(ASMR) community. The pleasurable tingling feeling from a stimulation such as soft whispering or
tapping on objects is called ASMR. ASMR has become popular on social media platforms and has a
growing community. The study aims to investigate the association between ASMR, neuroticism, and trait
& state anxiety (Eid et al., 2022).
The ASMR community is susceptible to mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.
According to Poerio et al. (2018), individuals who experience ASMR report significantly higher levels of
relaxation and reduced stress, which suggests ASMR may be used as a self-soothing mechanism for
anxiety. However, individuals who experience ASMR may also be susceptible to negative emotional
responses to ASMR stimuli, leading to anxiety and discomfort. Additionally, ASMR content creators may
be isolated due to the stigma surrounding ASMR and the fear of judgment from others (Eid et al., 2022).
A study done by Eid et al. (2022) examines the cultural issues of ASMR pertaining to the topic of
mental health because ASMR has proven the possibility of therapeutic effects on anxiety and stress. The
study’s aim was to look at the connections between ASMR, neuroticism, and trait and state anxiety.
This study was done because it was shown that individuals who experience ASMR report
significantly higher levels of relaxation and reduced stress, which suggests ASMR may have therapeutic
potential for individuals with anxiety and stress-related disorders (Poerio et al., 2018).
Three key points from the study by Eid et al. (2022) are: “The results suggest that individuals
who experience ASMR have lower trait and state anxiety levels, and this association is mediated by
neuroticism” (Eid et al., 2022, p. 9). “ASMR is associated with increased parasympathetic activity,
decreased sympathetic activity, and decreased heart rate variability” (Eid et al., 2022, p. 10). “The current
findings suggest that ASMR may have therapeutic potential for anxiety and stress-related disorders” (Eid
et al., 2022, p. 11).
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A study by Poerio et al. (2018) agrees with the findings of Eid et al. (2022), stating that “ASMR
is characterized by reliable changes in affect and physiology, including increased positive affect,
decreased negative affect, and reduced heart rate” (Poerio et al., 2018, p. 8).
One issue neglected in this paper is the lack of diversity in the ASMR community. ASMR content
creators and viewers tend to be predominantly white, female, and from Western countries (Poerio et al.,
2018). A study by Eid et al., (2022) found that ASMR experiences differ between individuals from
different cultures, suggesting that cultural factors may influence the experience of ASMR.
Eid et al., 2022 found that ASMR experiences differ between individuals from different cultures,
stating that “ASMR may be experienced differently based on cultural differences in communication style,
language, and social norms” (Eid et al., 2022).
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