Why do some people get hostile when they've asked a question but don't like the answer they wanted?

Immaturity, plain and simple.

I do not mind differing thoughts, opinions, beliefs and so on... what I don't like is when I ask a serious question and get smartass, rude, hateful, or even condescending answers that aren't really an opinion or belief in the first place. There is no call for that and I don't usually tolerate it (I will block someone or even just delete the entire post).

Sometimes people think they want to hear differing points of view, BUT those offering those differing viewpoints don't state them rationally and calmly, they get petty and snipey. So, it [i]seems[/i] like the person asking the question is the juvenile in the situation, but that isn't the case.

I think as long as it's kept respectful, this stands. For example, I asked for opinions (very light-hearted) about where I should go with my daughter for the day and somebody immediately criticised my parenting, based on nothing. Does that count as a different point of view? 🤔

As another poster said, they just want confirmation of their own point of view, not an actual discussion. 😒

Great question! I sure don't get the hostility with some.

I think just about anything can be debated without getting personal.

Some people just want a reason to argue their personal point. They wanna be heard rather than listen.

Some people have to be right at all costs and everyone MUST agree with them. I let them think they "won" I really don't care.

there are a good number who just want to hear people agree with them. strongly. if you point out there might be other explanations or something amiss in their outrage, you've joined the other side and you're trying to tear them down/you're as bad as hitler.

that being said, there's nearly as many reasonable ways to say 'I don't agree' as there are very unreasonable.

I think it's a culture of extremism that's being bred and encouraged.

Because people read something with their own perception. Say a topic is sensitive or they have pre-determined expectation of attacks, they're bound to be defensive at the onset.
Or, people are unable to listen to different views without having a breakdown that comes out as hostility.

Either way, people need to calm down and listen to what is being said.

People on this site get hostile for no real reason. I've no idea why.

Depends on the tone for me and the obvious shit disturbers that I don't like. Otherwise say what you want.. it's usually pretty funny what people say.

Thank You for this Question .


Regards

Like an abortion question.

Simple. They're subconsciously craving affirmation. Not your problem.....or mine lol

I knew what their response would be but had to ask and argue anyway

It can be the tone of the person who answered. Not necessarily the answer. Especially if the person is close to you here.

Lack of understanding 😊