Neediness is the quality of frequently requiring attention, reassurance, or help from others. Someone experiencing neediness might ask for constant praise to feel good about themselves, or feel anxious when they can't check in with friends regularly.

It's perfectly normal to need support at times. Neediness describes when someone finds it very difficult to feel secure or confident without frequent reassurance from others. For example, asking a friend for advice on a problem shows healthy connection, while feeling panicked anytime that friend talks to someone else can show neediness.