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HSP Sensitivity Test

Highly Sensitive Person Test — A 20-question self-assessment based on Dr. Elaine Aron's HSP theory. Answer honestly based on how you usually feel.

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1. D — I have a rich, complex inner life.
2. D — I take time to reflect and process information deeply before making decisions.
3. D — I am deeply moved by the arts or music.
4. D — I find myself deeply exploring meaning and connections in work and life.
5. D — As a child, adults considered me sensitive or shy.
6. O — I am easily overwhelmed by strong sensory input (noise, bright lights, crowds).
7. O — I get uncomfortable when asked to do many things at once.
8. O — After a busy day I need to retreat to a private place to recover.
9. O — I get rattled when I have a lot to do in a short amount of time.
10. O — When being watched or evaluated I get nervous and perform worse than usual.
11. E — I am easily affected by other people's moods.
12. E — I often feel others' pain or discomfort as if it were my own.
13. E — Violent movies, shocking news or graphic scenes bother me more than most people.
14. E — Beautiful things — nature, art, music — sometimes move me to tears.
15. E — I have a lot of emotional ups and downs, and managing my feelings takes significant energy.
16. S — I notice subtle changes in my environment (smells, sounds, textures).
17. S — I pick up on subtle changes in facial expressions and tone of voice.
18. S — Uncomfortable clothing fabrics or seams distract me from concentrating.
19. S — I sense the atmosphere or energy of a room more keenly than most people.
20. S — When hungry or tired, my mood and concentration deteriorate more than for most people.