1 / 2Too Sensitive: Rejection, Resilience, and the Science of Feeling Deeply
Resilience Feeling Deeply: Too Sensitive is a practical guide to rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD), exploring how perceived rejection or criticism can trigger intense emotional pain. Psychiatrist Dr Sasha Hamdani combines psychiatry, neuroscience and lived experience with a self-assessment questionnaire and a 12-step approach to managing difficult emotions.
At a glance
- Explains rejection sensitivity dysphoria and its possible connection with ADHD, while noting that RSD is not exclusive to people with ADHD.
- Includes a questionnaire to assess personal emotional sensitivity and a 12-step protocol with tools such as labelling emotions and identifying triggers.
- Covers examples involving relationships, work, friendships, family and self-worth.
Reference price: £20.00
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines explanatory material with practical strategies for responding to intense emotions and spiralling thoughts.
- Its range of everyday scenarios may help readers relate the discussion to different parts of life.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Bluebird |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 27 Aug. 2026 |
| Edition | Main Market |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 320 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1035088258 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1035088256 |
| Reading age | 18 years and up |
| Weight listed | 428 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 14.6 x 2.9 x 22.7 cm |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The book describes a self-assessment questionnaire and coping strategies. The listing does not establish that either is a clinical diagnosis or a substitute for professional care.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Adults seeking an accessible introduction to rejection sensitivity dysphoria.
- Readers interested in practical strategies for handling emotional responses to perceived rejection or criticism.
- People looking for discussion of RSD across relationships, work, friendships and family life.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a personalised clinical assessment or treatment plan rather than a general self-help guide.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the four- or five-star categories, alongside a smaller two-star share. With no written feedback supplied, the reasons behind those ratings are unknown. Treat the rating pattern as a broad indication only, and judge the book by whether its RSD explanation and practical exercises match your needs.
Frequently asked questions
What is Too Sensitive about?
It explains rejection sensitivity dysphoria and offers strategies for managing intense emotional responses to perceived rejection or criticism.
Does the book include exercises or practical tools?
The listing describes a self-assessment questionnaire and a 12-step protocol with tools including labelling emotions and understanding triggers.
Is the book only for people with ADHD?
No. The listing says RSD is often, but not exclusively, found in people with ADHD.
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