What does HSP stand for?

Highly Sensitive People

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Samples in periodicals archive:

I think alcoholics and addicts are often highly sensitive people who try, albeit maladaptively, to manage their feelings in an attempt to cope with a seemingly hostile world.

LETTER: VIEWPOINT - Coping in a hostile world

But when these highly sensitive people were challenged to change, they perceived this as hurtful criticism and often fared even worse (1).

DBT fits well in addiction treatment

Shyness is a common trait amongst Highly Sensitive People (HSP''s).

Understanding Highly Sensitive People (HSP's)