That one of the common problems with AS have. I remember they were distressing and very annoying with noisy and sensitive to lights too. In the room, the light was very bright and it was above our heads, while we discussed issues, his face changed to miserably looking, no comment and quiet also disconnected. Something bugging him but no idea what it was.. maybe lights too bright and too warm too, I thought. Then he said he would get a pair of sunglasses and an umbrella next time. Good sense of humour Another person (hearing) said the traffic and the planes are irritating him so much.. his problem solving? Ear plugs and IPod player also using his reducing noise areas (library, quiet room, quiet park etc) he did that everyday which helps him a lot. I hope you'd be able to find something to avoid the distressing noises and stick with that plan routinely?