A person can display behavior that seeks positive or negative attention. Both children and adults may display attention-seeking behavior. Attention-seeking behavior can appear as acting out, excessive ...

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 ...

The family is out to dinner and there is an animated discussion going on between fourteen-year-old Sam and his parents. Suddenly, six-year-old Emily crawls under the table and starts banging. Mom and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. 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 ...