The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms You
Thrive When World Overwhelms: The Highly Sensitive Person is Elaine Aron's guide to understanding high sensitivity and building a fuller life. This Kindle edition is presented as revised and updated with new research and an author's note, and discusses ways to understand the trait and its place in everyday life.
At a glance
- A self-help guide to recognising and understanding high sensitivity as a trait.
- The listing describes this edition as revised and updated with new research and a new author's note.
- The book covers understanding personal history and making changes toward a fuller life.
Reference price: $16.11
Price checked: Nov 12, 2026
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Pros
- Focuses specifically on understanding high sensitivity and its effects on daily life.
- The listing says the revised edition includes new research and discussion of antidepressants.
- Kindle details indicate support for screen readers, enhanced typesetting, X-Ray, Word Wise and Page Flip.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Publisher | Citadel Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Dec 1 2013 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 300 pages |
| File size | 1.5 MB |
| Screen Reader | Supported |
|---|---|
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
| ISBN-10 | 9780806536705 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-0806536705 |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The title and product details identify a Kindle edition, while the supplied print-length field reports pages. Confirm the format selected at purchase if you want an ebook rather than a print copy. The listing gives ISBN-10 as 9780806536705 and ISBN-13 as 978-0806536705, which appear inconsistently formatted.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers exploring whether the description of high sensitivity fits their experiences.
- People looking for a self-help perspective on sensitivity, self-understanding and everyday adjustments.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings are strongly weighted toward five-star responses, though a smaller share falls in the middle and lower categories. This suggests broadly favourable overall reception, but ratings alone do not reveal which parts readers valued or what prompted lower scores. Consider whether a reflective self-help guide about sensitivity matches what you are seeking.
Frequently asked questions
What is this book about?
It discusses high sensitivity as a trait and offers guidance on understanding it, reflecting on personal history and making changes for a fuller life.
Is this the revised edition?
The listing describes the edition as revised and updated with new research and a new author's note.
What format is listed?
The product details include Kindle-specific features, indicating an ebook listing. Check the selected format before buying.
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