ASMR stands for autonomous sensory meridian response. The sensation is often described as tingly or satisfying and can be triggered with sounds and visuals. Here's how five types of ASMR are made.

This, Dr Poerio thinks, could be a reason why people are finding comfort in particular types of ASMR videos, and her up research so far backs this up. “There's a sense in which ASMR might ...