The NewsWorthy
The NewsWorthy
Erica Mandy
Special Edition: The Truth About Highly Sensitive People
24 minutes Posted Jun 27, 2026 at 7:30 am.
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What does it really mean to be a highly sensitive person?

It's a temperament trait affecting one in five people, yet sensitivity is sometimes misunderstood, mislabeled, or treated like a weakness.

Licensed clinical professional counselor and parent coach Megghan Thompson shares how to recognize this temperament in yourself or someone you love, why it can often be a strength, and what parents need to know about it.

 

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