If you relate to these 5 signs, you might be an HSP and there’s real science to back it up 👇

If you relate to these 5 signs, you might be an HSP and there’s real science to back it up 👇

1) Performance Anxiety – HSPs often experience increased activity in the amygdala and insula during performance situations, making them more prone to stress and nervousness under pressure.
(Source: Aron et al., 2010 – Journal of Personality and Social Psychology)

2) Absorbing Others’ Emotions – HSPs show stronger activation in brain regions related to empathy and mirror neurons, which makes them deeply affected by other people’s moods.
(Source: Acevedo et al., 2014 – Brain and Behavior)

3) Sensitivity to Crowds/Environments – HSPs process sensory information more deeply, which can lead to overstimulation in busy places.
(Source: Elaine Aron, PhD – The Highly Sensitive Person)

4) Getting Overwhelmed Easily – When asked to multitask or handle too many things at once, HSPs experience cognitive overload faster than others.
(Source: Jagiellowicz et al., 2011 – Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience)

5) Dislike for Change – HSPs are more emotionally reactive, and unpredictable change can trigger strong internal responses.
(Source: Acevedo et al., 2014)

Disclaimer – These signs are only for general awareness. Self-diagnosing may be inaccurate or misleading.
If you are experiencing several of these signs, please consult a qualified psychologist or mental health professional.