Ever stumbled upon a video of a stranger whispering into a microphone, tapping random objects, playing with slime, or devouring an feast of crunchy fried chicken and fiery Budak ramen noodles?

Is your feed filled with whispering, finger-tapping or other tinkling sounds? It’s only natural to wonder what they mean and why many enjoy these sounds and videos. Some even claim these ASMR videos ...

Michael MacIntyre, MD, is a board-certified general and forensic psychiatrist practicing general psychiatry at the Veterans Affairs Healthcare System in Los Angeles. ASMR is a sensation in which ...