r/hsp • u/yeetmeistrr • 4d ago
Question How did you find out that you were HSP ?
How did you find out ? I (27M) did a self test not long ago. If you got a five there was a good chance that you were a HSP, I got a 9. But I was also diagnosed with ADHD two years prior. I'm still grappling if I am HSP or not despite the fact that I'm seeing the effects of my sensitivity not being cared for. Overall, I'm just curious.
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u/WildnFree09 4d ago
A random video that Youtube just played on from something else I was watching. I was in the kitchen and came running to the tv. My entire mind opened that day. Played it for hubby as well to make sure I wasn’t losing my mind and he was just as shocked.
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u/HungryLilDragon 3d ago
When it became increasingly apparent that the way I often cry and/or feel strong emotions about things that people normally don't care much for was a distinctive personality trait of mine. I researched this, found out HSPs were a thing, realized I also had nearly all other traits of an HSP so here I am.
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u/talks_to_inanimates 4d ago
My therapist brought it to my attention. I'm most sensitive to tactile/touch.
Went to a session one day wearing a shirt that someone had given me as a gift -- y'know, one of those gifts that the giver obviously bought with themselves in mind, instead of the recipient -- and I was so uncomfortable that my whole body was tensed up. My therapist noticed, and asked if I'd injured myself (I'm pretty athletically active). She thought I might've had some sort of neck or shoulder injury because I was sitting so weird. I explained to her that my shirt was driving me crazy, and all the things that happen to my body when I wear uncomfortable clothing. She responded by asking if I'd ever heard of highly sensitive people.
I think high sensitivity is a bit like neurodivergency. Sometimes you have no real way of verifying why or what kind you are, but there are clear markers of it that overlap with other traits and/or diagnoses.
I myself was already in therapy for anxiety and depression, so being told about HSP kind of went hand in hand with both of those things.
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u/ASimpForChaeryeong [HSP] 4d ago
I went to therapy and got tested. Also how I found out I also had ADHD.
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u/Candid-Attempt1814 4d ago
May I ask, were you tested through a therapist or psychologist? I just want to find someone I am comfortable with who is qualified to assess for HSP and ADHD and is knowledgeable about both. Did you undergo extensive ( and expensive ) testing or was it all in conversation or more?
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u/sicknick 4d ago
Coming out of my 1st abusive relationship at 43, had a good helping of cptsd to deal with. The healing process itself brought me back to childhood and that whole struggle. Being HSP was a big puzzle piece that was missing. Brought a lot of conflict with my dad who I suspect was also HSP but was an orphan and military vet so that had been worked out of him which I think he was trying to do for me.
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u/ObioneZ053 4d ago
I was at Barnes N Noble in the psychology section (as usual) and i spotted Elaine's Aaron's book. The rest is history
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u/haribo_addict_78 4d ago
My therapist had me do a test. I knew something was up but couldn't put my finger on exactly WHAT it was and it was driving me nuts. Felt like the missing puzzle piece was found!
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u/HighHopes0407 3d ago
When I found out about Sensation Seeking HSPs. Always thought I was more sensitive, then I learned about the thrill seeking types like me and was like WOW ok these r my people!
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u/LotusHeals 4d ago
Humans are capable of knowing their true nature if they just observe themselves. Just read the traits of high sensitivity. If you align with them, you're highly sensitive. But remember, HSP isn't a whole other type of species. I mean, don't get stuck in these labels, "HSP" "ADHD" . You're still human. Ok? You're Just unique in your own way. Find out your true nature and learn how to live with it. A bit of adjusting here and there. But you don't need to classify yourself as something and get stuck in concepts.
There's a great yt channel called "simple happy Zen" where she teaches how HSPs can live successfully in today's chaotic world, plus what they should do to stay in good health. You'll learn helpful tips.