The Highly Sensitive Child

Parenting

Let's Talk About Santa!

Rachel Samson M.Psych on December 11, 2023

The holidays are a magical time of year, but for many parents with small children, the choice about how to talk to children about Santa can pose a real dilemma.

The holidays are a magical time of year, but for many parents with small children, the choice about how to talk to children about Santa can pose a real dilemma.

Autism

No, Being Autistic Is Not the Same as Being Highly Sensitive

Rachel Samson M.Psych on December 7, 2021

People often think autism and high sensitivity are the same. An exploration of the similarities and differences shows that they are two distinct phenomena.

People often think autism and high sensitivity are the same. An exploration of the similarities and differences shows that they are two distinct phenomena.

Stress

9 Ways to Support Your Sensitive Child Through Christmas

Rachel Samson M.Psych on December 22, 2020

Does your sensitive child struggle with the chaos of Christmas and the holiday season? Your support can help them to manage stress and overstimulation.

Does your sensitive child struggle with the chaos of Christmas and the holiday season? Your support can help them to manage stress and overstimulation.

Environment

Sensing the Subtle: The Highly Sensitive Child

Rachel Samson M.Psych on March 15, 2020

Have you ever wondered why some children seem to be more sensitive than others? The answer may lie in the temperament trait, Sensory Processing Sensitivity.

Have you ever wondered why some children seem to be more sensitive than others? The answer may lie in the temperament trait, Sensory Processing Sensitivity.