Here's a thought: this pattern probably applies to other natural human needs as well. That is, developmental scarcity leading to brain re-wiring that compels ov

Here's a thought: this pattern probably applies to other natural human needs as well. That is, developmental scarcity leading to brain re-wiring that compels overcompensation. It almost sounds Freudian (probably is), but people who lacked love early in life probably tend to try and get more of it later on, and have a harder time being on their own, often feeling more lonely.