How do I fix negative attention seeking behavior?

Bluebell91

This is a really sensitive issue for me. I’m looking for answers and support, not abuse so please don’t leave any really nasty comments.

I think I may have a problem with negative attention seeking. I love getting attention but not always in a dramatic fashion. I have several psychiatric labels and I secretly love the attention I get from people knowing I’m mentally ill. I am totally aware how ****** up that sounds. I’m not making light of mental illness. I genuinely have one.

In the last week, I’ve had surgery. It hurt like hell. I hated the physical pain but I relished the attention from family, friends, colleagues, nurses and doctors. I am not a dramatic person by any means. I just love getting attention.

It bothers me because I can’t figure out why this is and how to fix it. It’s a trait I do not want to have. Why do I seek negative attention. I have a great family, good childhood. I was excluded quite a bit as a teenager. Maybe that’s where it came from.

It’s a shameful secret for me. I am considering bringing it up in counseling but I’d die rather than admit to it. Does anyone else feel the same as me? How do I fix it? Any advice?

Help!!!!

Speak to your counselor its the only way to get a handle on it. Dont worry they will help