“I just need you to validate my feelings.” It's a phrase therapists, partners, and friends hear constantly—and it reveals something fascinating about our cultural moment. Validation has become the ...

Seeking validation in the digital age: The impact of validation seeking on self-image and internalized stigma among self- vs. clinically diagnosed individuals on r/ADHD (IMAGE) ...

Craving acknowledgment is a natural thing, but sometimes, it can turn into a full-blown addiction. Before you know it, your mood depends on whether someone points out you did a good job or that you're ...

They're no longer seeking validation from anyone but themselves. While it's true that many people naturally gravitate toward smaller social groups and more intentional quality relationships with age, ...

We live in a world that's obsessed with appearances. Scroll through social media for five minutes and you'll see endless ...

“I just need you to validate my feelings.” It's a phrase therapists, partners, and friends hear constantly—and it reveals something fascinating about our cultural moment. Validation has become the ...