Question

Michael is sensitive to various sensations of touch, and sensory stimuli that are generally considered harmless, such as hugs, make him feel threatened. He is most likely experiencing tactile __________.
A.
attentiveness
B.
hyposensitivity
C.
responsiveness
D.
hypersensitivity


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

The best answer is D. hypersensitivity.

Michael's sensitivity to touch and feeling threatened by sensations that are typically harmless suggest he has an increased sensitivity to tactile stimuli.