👉 In psychology, supersensitization is a phenomenon where an individual becomes overly sensitive to stimuli that are perceived as threatening or dangerous. It occurs when an individual perceives something as threatening or dangerous without any evidence to support their initial perception of danger. Supersensitization can be triggered by various factors such as exposure to traumatic events, stressors, or other psychological trauma. This heightened sensitivity can lead to a more intense reaction to stimuli that are perceived as threatening, which may result in an exaggerated
