Am I a Highly Sensitive Person?

I am aware of subtleties in my environment.

Other people's moods affect me.

I tend to be very sensitive to pain.

I need to withdraw during busy days, into bed, a dark, quiet room or any place where I can have privacy and relief from stimulation.

I am particularly sensitive to the effects of caffeine.

I'm easily overwhelmed by things like bright lights, strong smells, rough fabrics, or sirens/loud noises close by.

I have a deep, complex inner life.

Loud noises make me uncomfortable or agitated.

I'm deeply moved by art or music.

I'm a conscientious person.

I scare or startle easily.

I get frazzled when I have a lot to do in a short amount of time.

When people are uncomfortable in a physical environment I tend to know what needs to be done to make it more comfortable (like changing the lighting or seating.)

I'm annoyed when people try to get me to do too many things at once.

I try hard to avoid making mistakes or forgetting things.

I make it a point to avoid violent movies and TV shows.

I become unpleasantly aroused when a lot is going on around me.

Being really hungry creates a strong reaction in me, disrupting my concentration or mood.

Changes in my life shake me up.

I notice and enjoy delicate or fine scents, tastes, sounds, works of art.

I make it a high priority to avoid upsetting or overwhelming situations.

When I compete or am observed while performing a task, I become so nervous or shaky that I do much worse than I would otherwise.

When I was a child, my parents or teachers seemed to see me as sensitive or shy.

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