If your little one has ever caught you off guard by dropping a verbal bomb or your young child struggles with separation anxiety, you’re certainly not alone. It’s important for parents to recognize ...

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, ...

When you imagine an attention seeker, what’s the first thing you think of? Is it your friend who’s always laughing suspiciously loud in crowded bars? Maybe even a parent who exaggerates stories or ...

When a child is not able to get attention from his or her primary caretakers, he or she will do what kids do and act out by saying or doing something that creates some drama. Children do this because ...

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Histrionic personality disorder (HPD) is a psychological condition that can cause a person to engage in attention-seeking behavior. People with this condition often feel uncomfortable when they are ...

Let’s face it: dogs like attention, and in some cases, they may be borderline drama kings and queens about getting it. However, this should not come as a surprise considering how dogs are profoundly ...

I recently ran across a website called IWannaBeFamous.com, accent on the wannabe. It’s devoted to anyone willing to fill out a form, send in a picture, and tell the world why you want to be famous, at ...

Some attention seeking behavior in dogs is normal, regardless of their age. We have attention, and they would like some. While good training will help cut down on attention seeking behavior, you'll be ...