HYPERSENSITIVITY

The term “hypersensitivity” was first introduced by Dr. Elaine Aron in the 1990s and describes an enhanced sensitivity of the central nervous system and a different way of processing stimuli. While sensitivity is a normal quality of life, individuals differ in their responsiveness to the environment. Hypersensitivity or “sensory processing sensitivity” (SPS) is an inherited personality trait that about 20 percent of the population have. 

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Indicators of hypersensitivity include:

• Sensitivity to light, loud noises, touch;

• Sensitivity to pain, caffeine, medication;

• Feeling easily overwhelmed when having lots of things to do;

• The need to withdraw when being around people for a long time;

• Preference for one-to-one conversations to crowds;

• Feeling strongly affected by other people’s moods;

• Greater awareness and empathy;

• Greater self-reflection;

• Deep thinking;

• A rich inner world;

• Feeling nervous when being observed.

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If some of the above criteria sound familiar, you may feel that the world can quickly become overwhelming. Perhaps you sometimes feel like an alien, questioning yourself and your place in this society. 

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I support you in: 

• Understanding and accepting your sensitivity;

• Conquering your fear of being different;

• Discovering your unique advantages of SPS;

• Creating an appropriate environment for your nervous system.