Humans all have different traits. Even kids also have certain traits—some are highly sensitive while others may not be so. recognizing a highly sensitive child early on can help you provide the support they need to grow. Guardian Life has curated 7 signs that you may notice if your child is highly sensitive:
They react easily to emotions
Highly sensitive children often experience intense emotions. They often cry easily during movies or become overly excited about small joys. This heightened emotional response reflects their deep processing of experiences. They are also very compassionate and empathetic about others, often willing to offer support and understand others’ perspectives. They may also become distressed when others are hurt or upset.
They dislike loud noises and environments
A sensitive child gets easily overwhelmed by loud noises, bright lights, strong smells and noisy environments. They might complain about scratchy clothing or dislike certain food textures, indicating a heightened awareness of sensory inputs.
Their sensory inputs are high
A sensitive child most likely complains about scratchy clothing or dislike certain food textures, indicating a heightened awareness of sensory inputs. If you are a Nigerian parent and your child complains of a lace material scratching her when she wears it, you definitely having a sensitive child.
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They notice subtle changes
Sensitive kids are keen observers. They are well aware of their environment and can notice minor changes in them, such as a new picture on the wall or a different tone in someone’s voice. This acute awareness can sometimes lead to feeling overwhelmed. They also most likely remember where they or other people kept certain things at a particular time.
They enjoy hard subjects
Sensitive kids are also very intellectually sound. In most cases, they enjoy solving hard subjects such as math, physics and love to calculate. Because of their sensitive nature, it’s common to find them excel in their academics and among their peers.
They are highly curious
These children often ask profound questions and exhibit a high level of curiosity about the world around them. They tend to think deeply about various topics, reflecting their rich inner world. So don’t be so surprise when they ask you what your great grandfather’s uncle name was and why they never got to meet him or why the ant is so tiny they can easily crush it when walking.
Prefer being corrected in a kind way
Highly sensitive children can be particularly affected by criticism or harsh words. They may become easily discouraged or upset when faced with negative feedback, highlighting the need for gentle guidance. If you noticed your child doesn’t listen or cries when you use hard ways words and harsh ways to correct him, then he is sensitive, and you should try correcting him in a kind way.
Have strong opinions
Sensitive kids cannot easily be convinced without facts and evidence. They are like that because they have curious minds and are deep thinkers. If they have strong opinion on something, without valid evidence, they may not change such opinion. So when you ask these types of kids not to collect gifts from strangers, they often come back with the gifts and questions, sometimes calling your attention to being kind and respectful as the reason for their action.
Recognising these traits can help you better understand and support your sensitive child, fostering an environment where they can flourish. What traits have you experienced in your child? Share your experience with us.
