Emotional Bingo is a term used to describe a person or group of people who are typically excessively emotional, and who exhibit certain behaviors or attitudes that are associated with emotions. People who engage in emotional bingo often have difficulty regulating their emotions, and may be overly dramatic or reactive.
They may also have a difficult time sustaining focus or inhibiting their emotions.
Emotional bingo can be addictive, and can negatively impact a person’s ability to function in life. People who engage in emotional bingo may find it difficult to manage their emotions, and may find it difficult to interact with others effectively.
They may also find it difficult to form and maintain relationships.
The prevalence of emotional bingo is unknown, but it appears to be a growing problem. It is likely that emotional bingo is more common than is currently recognized, and that it has negative consequences for both the individuals who engage in it, and for society as a whole.
