Elaine Aron - Research on High Sensitivity

Elaine Aron is a psychologist known for her research on "high sensitivity," a trait affecting about 15-20% of the population. High sensitivity means individuals process sensory information more deeply and respond more intensely to emotional and environmental stimuli. This can lead to greater empathy and creativity but may also result in feeling overwhelmed in busy or chaotic settings. Aron developed a questionnaire to help people identify as highly sensitive, promoting understanding and acceptance of this trait. Her work emphasizes that high sensitivity is a normal variation in human personality, not a disorder, and offers insights for individuals and relationships.