Although attention-seeking behaviors often stem from internal discomfort and personal insecurities, a 2025 study argues that they can have “ripple effects” on the social dynamics of a group setting, ...

I’m not here to wag my finger and declare that attention-seeking is bad. Let’s be real—every one of us has had moments where we’ve sought the spotlight. I’ve had mine, and honestly, looking back at ...

I teach third-grade and I recently had a student purposely roll around in mud on the playground. I had no idea what to do and I let my frustration be known. I had to teach and I had a 9-year-old ...

FIND OUT WHAT WENT WRONG. ALL RIGHT, FIVE FIVE ON YOUR MENTAL HEALTH TONIGHT. DESPERATELY SEEKING A PARENT’S ATTENTION FOR SOME KIDS, THAT’S A DAILY COMPETITION. HERE TO TALK MORE ABOUT THAT DOCTOR ...

Many children exhibit behaviors driven by a need for attention, but identifying these patterns isn't always easy. We spoke to therapists about how to tell if your kid needs more one-on-one time with ...

Every parent wants to believe they're tuned into their child's needs. We read bedtime stories, pack healthy lunches, and ...

Figuring out these quirky behaviors is a bit like trying to crack a secret code in a busy room. Maybe someone's past or unmet emotional needs nudged them into these odd habits. Whatever the reason, if ...

Not getting ample attention causes real harm; loneliness is a sad and silent killer (see “10 Tips that Can Help You Get Past Loneliness”). On the other hand, receiving incessant attention can cause ...