Some people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) feel things very deeply and it's sometimes overwhelming. They can't help but feel bad both physically and emotionally. As a result, they might overreact to people or feel irritated by little things, like bright lights, strong odors, a hand on the back or just benign social interaction.
The good news is that being a sensitive person can make you a good friend, caring partner, and more sympathetic human being. And sensitive people can bring lots of great qualities to their relationships, like compassion, caring, introspection, and conscientiousness.
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