What does it mean when a girl asks for headpats?

[JarneG]

There is this girl that keeps demanding headpats and hugs I just wanted to know what this means

[SueShe]

Such a person, regardless of gender, is a very insecure person that needs validation and confirmation. He/she needs to feel comforted for whatever reason.

I presume that this person is introvert and does not exteriorize herself much. She lacks confidence but feels more at ease when someone gives her the lack of confidence. A headpat is actually something that children would subconsciously need when they need reassurance because of uncertainty.

If an adult does need them, I would presume that she may suffer from anxieties or even depression and those headpats may give her the confidence she is lacking.

However, I believe that she should seek professional help because this is not really a normal behavior for an adult.

[JarneG]

Thank you for the reply. She is 14 so she isn't adult yet. Quick side note: she is just a friend

[SueShe]

Well, for her age, I presume that it is not so unusual. Perhaps a sign that she likes the person patting her and that she feels comforted by the patting.

[SweetTwistedSatanist]

She likes getting them and you're probably one who gives them.

[JarneG]

Thank you for the answer.

[Nikki1989]

People crave attention in different ways.

[JarneG]

Thank you for the answer.