Overall, about 15 to 20 percent of the population is thought to be highly sensitive. HSPs are thought to be more disturbed than others by violence, tension, or feelings of being overwhelmed.

Sep 29, 2025 · We're all sensitive about certain things—that is human nature—but an HSP is understood to be a different level of sensitivity. While highly sensitive people are sometimes …

Mar 28, 2025 · What is a Highly Sensitive Person? A highly sensitive person is someone whose brain processes all information very deeply, including emotions, thoughts, and sensory input. This makes …

Jul 24, 2025 · A highly sensitive person (HSP) has a sensitive nervous system and feels and processes emotions and situations more intensely than others.

Aug 4, 2025 · A highly sensitive person (HSP) is an individual who perceives and processes sensory information intensely, exhibits profound emotional responses, demonstrates heightened empathy, …

May 26, 2023 · Highly sensitive persons (HSPs) experience heightened sensitivity to environmental stimuli & emotional input, often requiring more downtime to process experiences. Understanding & …

Apr 23, 2025 · Are you easily overwhelmed by noise, emotions, or change? Learn what it means to be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and how to thrive with this unique trait.

Because HSPs prefer to look before entering new situations, they are often called “shy.” But shyness is learned, not innate. In fact, 30% of HSPs are extroverts, although the trait is often mislabeled as …

Am I a Highly Sensitive Person? Here’s How to Tell. “Highly sensitive person” means someone who is extra sensitive to emotions, sensory experiences or both. It isn’t a diagnosis but may be more …

Oct 28, 2024 · Highly sensitive people are often negatively described as being "high-strung." A highly sensitive person (HSP) is a term coined by psychologist Dr. Elaine Aron for people who are thought …