Why is my friend so sensitive when people just touch her hand?

Question

Why is my friend so sensitive when people just touch her hand?

Answer 1

There are indeed many reasons why your friend is so sensitive when people just touch her hand. It could be reminding her of something that happened in the past which happened to her and she did not like it. It could be the kind of people doing it to her, they may be people who just make her uncomfortable. Either way, I think it is important to let her be the first to offer her hand if she wants a handshake.

Answer 2

NO ONE should be touching ANYONE without consent.

Answer 3

She may be someone who doesn't like to be touched, or she may have very sensitive skin.

Answer 4

There could be many reasons. Some people are jumpy and don't like to be touched. There are many (usually very traumatic) reasons behind that, too. Just cut her some slack and let her be who she is.