Seung Jae Park

Seung Jae Park

Misophonia: the intimidation of sounds

Misophonia: the intimidation of sounds

Ticking clocks, chewing foods and clanging spoons: all of these are typical noises we hear around us in our daily lives — too typical that we often go unnoticed of them. Yet with this hearing disorder, these friendly clamors can turn into a boisterous, sometimes even...

Can animals get autism?

Can animals get autism?

If you have a pet at home, you might have wondered why your companion often gets obsessed with certain objects, sometimes to an excessive degree. If so, the chances are: your pet might have autism.  As Mayo Clinic defines, autism is a type of developmental disorder...

Absolute pitch: a biological perspective

Absolute pitch: a biological perspective

A rare ability to distinguish any musical note without difficulty — absolute pitch is a fascinating trait known for its rarity and utility in music. Despite its reputation, its lack of scientific basis on how the ability correlates to the brain and auditory function...