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Pros and Cons of Being Highly Sensitive

Pros and Cons of Being Highly Sensitive

Richard
Oct 17, 2021
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Defining Terms

Sensory processing sensitivity, SPS, is the accurate term for the trait behind a HSP or highly sensitive person. SPS is my preferred term because it describes the trait, rather than making the trait the defining attribute of the person. Variability in sensitivity is common across organisms and gives rise to at lease two distinct behavioral…

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