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Personality
Highly Sensitive Person Test
The Elaine Aron HSP Test for Highly Sensitive Persons serves as a self-discovery tool for assessing perception and deep information processing. Determine your emotional responsiveness and reaction to subtle stimuli.
questions
27
Time
10 min
Method
HSP Scale (Aron)
Rating
4.8
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What you'll learn
Your level of sensory processing sensitivity
How deeply you process information from the environment
Your degree of emotional reactivity and empathy
Susceptibility to overstimulation in rich environments
Sensitivity to subtle stimuli (sounds, smells, textures)
Key facts
27
Questions
10 min
Time
HSP Scale (Aron)
Method
4.8/5
Rating
History & development
1996
Elaine Aron publishes 'The Highly Sensitive Person' and proposes the HSP concept
1997
Publication and psychometric validation of the HSP Scale in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology
2005
Cross-cultural adaptation of the HSP Scale: studies in Europe, Asia, and South America
2014
fMRI studies confirm the neurobiological basis of high sensitivity
2018
Meta-analysis of over 900 studies confirms the three-factor structure of SPS
About the methodology
The concept of Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS) was proposed by Elaine and Arthur Aron in 1997. fMRI studies have confirmed that highly sensitive individuals demonstrate increased brain activity in areas responsible for awareness, sensory information integration, and empathy.
A 2018 meta-analysis covering over 900 studies confirmed the factor structure of the HSP Scale.
The trait of high sensitivity has been found in more than 100 biological species, indicating its evolutionary significance. The test demonstrates high internal consistency (Cronbach's α = 0.87–0.92) and test-retest reliability.
Scientific references
E. N. Aron, A. Aron (1997)
B. Acevedo, E. Aron, A. Aron, M. Sangster, N. Collins, L. Brown (2014)
Frequently asked questions
What is high sensitivity?
High sensitivity (HSP) is an innate trait of the nervous system where the brain processes sensory information more deeply. It is not a disorder or diagnosis, but a normal temperament variation found in 15–20% of the population.
Who created this test?
The test was developed by Dr. Elaine N. Aron, a clinical psychologist and researcher from California. She first published the HSP Scale in 1996 in her book and scientific papers.
How long does the test take?
The 27-statement test takes approximately 8–10 minutes to complete. Take your time and answer based on your own experience.
How accurate are the results?
The HSP Scale demonstrates high reliability (Cronbach's α = 0.87–0.92) and has been validated in cross-cultural studies. However, the result is not a clinical diagnosis — it is a self-discovery tool.
Can you change your sensitivity level?
The baseline level of sensitivity is an innate property of the nervous system. However, you can develop skills for managing stimulation and emotional regulation to better adapt to your environment.
How is HSP different from introversion?
High sensitivity and introversion are different traits. About 30% of highly sensitive people are extroverts. HSP relates to depth of information processing, while introversion relates to social interaction preferences.
Instructions
Rate each statement on a scale from 1 (not at all like me) to 7 (extremely like me). Answer honestly based on your life experience.
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