Bassetlover, I just wanted to add an observation that your DD seems to be exceptionally empathetic, as opposed to sensitive to noises, light, smells and tactile things. I have no words of wisdom on how to handle this, but just wanted to say that can be a powerful gift which may help her and others in the future. There must be a way to manage it without it crippling her. (With adults, something called Dialectical Behavior Therapy, which borrows heavily from mindfulness training, helps a lot.) All the best for your special DD ~
