"Attention Whore Syndrome" isn't a formal diagnosis but a colloquial term for excessive, compulsive attention-seeking, often linked to
Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD), characterized by dramatic behavior, shallow emotions, and a constant need to be the center of attention, stemming from low self-worth and dependency on others' validation. People with these traits use excessive emotionality, seductive behavior, or self-dramatization to feel noticed, often leading to unstable relationships and a fragile sense of self, sometimes stemming from past trauma or neglect.