High Sensitivity Test

While hypersensitivity can be a strength, it can also pose challenges in daily life. This test is designed to provide a thorough assessment of your emotional and sensory responses. Whether you're seeking greater self-awareness or looking to adjust your lifestyle to meet your needs, this test offers personalized insights to help you turn your sensitivity into an asset.

How the test works

The test covers two key dimensions of hypersensitivity:

• Emotional hypersensitivity: Your ability to intensely feel both positive and negative emotions
• Sensory hypersensitivity: Your sensitivity to external stimuli.

133 questions : Set aside 13 minutes to answer questions based on clinical and academic research on hypersensitivity.

Personalized results : Once you've completed the test, you'll receive a detailed analysis of your results, highlighting the specific traits of your sensitive profile. This evaluation will offer a deeper understanding of why you react so strongly to stimuli and emotions, covering areas such as :

• Feeling overwhelmed
• The need for security
• Self-esteem
• Empathy and attentiveness to others
• Perfectionism and idealism
• Vulnerability to stress and fear

Is this test a medical diagnosis?

No, this test is a first step to help you better understand your traits. It is not a substitute for a medical diagnosis provided by a healthcare professional.

How was the test developed?

The Hypersensitivity Test was created by the Atypikoo team, drawing from two key models:

• Nathalie Clobert’s clinical approach to hypersensitivity
• Elaine Aron’s research on Highly Sensitive People (HSP), a foundational model in the field.

What happens after I take the test?

After completing the test, you’ll receive your results instantly. You’ll also have the option to join Atypikoo, a supportive community where you can share experiences, learn from others, and access resources tailored to your needs.

What should I do if the results indicate high sensitivity?

If the test suggests a strong likelihood of hypersensitivity, you may find it helpful to consult a specialized professional, such as a psychologist, to discuss your results and explore strategies for managing your daily well-being.

Can I share my results with a healthcare professional?

Yes, you can print or save your results to share with a healthcare professional during your appointment.

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Aron & Aron (1997) Sensory-processing sensitivity and its relation to introversion and emotionality.

Tavassoli et al. (2014) The Sensory Perception Quotient (SPQ): development and validation of a new sensory questionnaire for adults with and without autism

Gucht et al. (2021) The Different Faces of (High) Sensitivity, Toward a More Comprehensive Measurement Instrument. Development and Validation of the Sensory Processing Sensitivity Questionnaire (SPSQ)

Dixon et al. (2016) Development of the Sensory Hypersensitivity Scale (SHS): a self-report tool for assessing sensitivity to sensory stimuli

Brancati et al. (2019) Reactivity, Intensity, Polarity and Stability questionnaire (RIPoSt-40) assessing emotional dysregulation: Development, reliability and validity

Sobocko et al. (2015) Trait sensory-processing sensitivity and subjective well-being: Distinctive associations for different aspects of sensitivity

Smolewska et al. (2006) A psychometric evaluation of the Highly Sensitive Person Scale: The components of sensory-processing sensitivity and their relation to the BIS/BAS and “Big Five”