Why do girls like attention?

[CaptainClueless]

We all know girls like attention, it's no secret.

But WHY do they like attention?

Is it for acknowledgement?
Do they get off on it?
Does it help with insecurities?
Is it for social status?

Why?

[coraline0110]

What? Don't you like having the attention of someone you like? We, like any other person, just appreciate having attention, that means someone is "wasting" their time on you, so they care about you. Sure sometimes it also helps us overcoming our insecurities. But it's mostly because it's a sign that someone appreciates you

[CaptainClueless]

Another real answer. It helps overcome insecurities.
I am curious about the psychological part of it.
I am concerned about the "wasting their time on you" part though.

[coraline0110]

It makes us feel loved, because he/she is taking the time to make sure we are happy. I didn't mean wasting time, Because when you are with someone you like you aren't wasting your time, it was just a way to say they spend time with you when they could be doing anything else

[CaptainClueless]

So is it trying to find value in oneself? The desire to feel needed?
What of the girls who are "attention whores"? What might be their reasoning?

[coraline0110]

Every girls is different, I don't want attention from every guy, I'm talking about my experience, and how I feel when my boyfriend gives me attention or I'm trying to catch his attention. I have insecurities sure, but with the attention that my boyfriend gives me I only feel loved, I don't overcome my insecurities with just attention.
Attention whore? What exactly do you mean?

[CaptainClueless]

It's a vague term, I will admit.
Ok, girls who dress provocatively and get upset when you don't check out their "assets".
I am not necessarily referring to "I'm going to get some hot lingerie to wear for my boyfriend."
I am talking about girls who wear very revealing clothing in their daily life.
Whether it be attention from their boyfriend, or other guys, or other guys WHILE they have a boyfriend.

[coraline0110]

I don't know, like I said every girl it's different.
They could be looking for a boyfriend.
If they already have one it could just be their style, what makes them feel confident.
If they want to get checked out, if that is what makes them happy... Some people are more reserved and others aren't.
I always try not to slut shame.
You do you, as long as you are not hurting anyone I think it's ok to wear what you want and what makes you feel good.
Man also look for attention, but in different ways.

[Nerverland]

Everyone loves attention we all keep comparing ourselves so when people other than your family compliments you it brings confidence and pleasure everyone would like to be remembered after their death do you call that attention? We just like knowing we exist and we have some kind of importance in someone's life

[CaptainClueless]

Finally a real answer.
So it's acknowledgement then.
What about the girls who flaunt their "assets" for attention?
Is it the same?

[lilaqua]

Guys do to, actually i've seen it in much more pathological levels in men surprisingly. It's human nature to want to fit in with the group, at least in a tribal level, it was integral to our survival and in the current time it's important in maintaining wealth and general wellbeing.

[namelessgary]

Way to go with that extremely judgmental opinion, generalizing all girls as being the same. 😂👍

My partner couldn't want attention less. She hates it, it embarrasses her and weirds her out something awful.

Maybe ask the petty bitches you know with that personality type to get a better idea, buddy.

[CaptainClueless]

I stand by my statement. Stop trying to white knight yourself.

[Dim1213]

Because they need it. That is how they are made. Guys usually need it also. We just show off differently most of the time.

[CaptainClueless]

Bragging and the like, I can agree with that.

[Alice2398]

I hate being the centre of attention, it's my worst nightmare , I hate having loads of people looking at me, I go all red and embarrassed.

[omgjassy]

Only extroverts like attention

[spiderweirdo]

Attention is the female version of the male ego

[xX_eDgE_LorDe_xX]

Like any human being my good sir.

[clampfan101]

Do most guys not?