India, Aug. 19 -- A large review of 33 studies looked at how sensitivity is linked to mental health conditions like depression and anxiety. The researchers found a clear connection showing that people who are highly sensitive are more likely to experience depression and anxiety than those who are less sensitive.

"This is the most extensive systematic review on sensitivity and mental health in adolescents and adults to date, and is the first ever meta-analysis on the topic to estimate the impact of this relationship," Tom Falkenstein, a psychotherapist and a PhD student at Queen Mary University of London, said.

"Our findings suggest that sensitivity should be considered more in clinical practice which could be used to improve diagnosis of ...