We investigated everyday odor experiences in 55 people (14-75 years old) who 
rated their sense of smell as far better than average. Compared to 55 gender- 
and age-matched controls, the self-reported hyperosmics scored higher on the 
Affective Impact of Odor Scale, rated negative consequences and unpleasant 
memories due to odors as more likely, rated environmental odors as more 
annoying, reported increased sensitivity to specific odors more frequently, paid 
more attention to odors, and agreed more strongly that their sense of smell has 
caused inconvenience to them. Based on these data, subjective hyperosmia is 
associated with primarily negative odor-related experiences.