Fear of missing out: A brief overview of origin, theoretical underpinnings and relationship with mental health

Gupta, Mayank; Sharma, Arpita

doi:10.12998/wjcc.v9.i19.4881

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“…Academic performance is defined as how a learner achieves educational goals that are usually cognitive and about a particular topic [38]. Academic performance can be affected by various factors such as time management skills, smartphone addiction, FoMO, and social networks, and challenges students achieving their goals [21,39]. Previous studies confirmed the negative association between problematic smartphone use and academic performance [14,18,21].…”

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Loneliness and academic performance mediates the relationship between fear of missing out and smartphone addiction among Iranian university students

2022

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Background Fear of missing out (FoMO) can increase loneliness and smartphone addiction and decrease academic performance in university students. Most studies investigated the relationship between FoMO and smartphone addiction in developed countries, and no studies were found to examine this association in Iran. The mediating role of loneliness and academic performance in the relationship between FoMO and smartphone addiction is unclear. This study investigated the relationship between FoMO and smartphone addiction and the mediating role of loneliness and academic performance in this relationship in Iranian university students. Methods In this cross-sectional study, 447 students from Urmia University of Medical Sciences were investigated. Data were collected using demographic questionnaires, Przybylski's FoMO scale, Pham and Taylor's academic performance questionnaire, Russell's loneliness scale, and Kwon's smartphone addiction scale. Data were analyzed using SPSS ver. 23 and SmartPLS ver. 2. Results FoMO had a positive and direct association with smartphone addiction (β = 0.315, t-value = 5.152, p < 0.01). FoMO also had a positive and direct association with students’ loneliness (β = 0.432, t-value = 9.059, p < 0.01) and a negative and direct association with students' academic performance (β = -0.2602, t-value = 4.201, p < 0.01). FoMO indirectly associated with smartphone addiction through students' loneliness (β = 0.311, t-value = 5.075, p < 0.01), but academic performance was not mediator of smartphone addiction (β = 0.110, t-value = 1.807, p > 0.05). FoMO also indirectly correlated with academic performance through students' loneliness (β =—0.368, t-value = 6.377, p < 0.01). Conclusions FoMO can be positively associated with students' smartphone addiction, and loneliness is an important mediator of this association. Since smartphone addiction could harm students' academic performance, thus, healthcare administrators should reduce students' loneliness and improve their academic performance by adopting practical strategies to help students to manage their time and control their smartphone use. Holding self-management skills classes, keeping students on schedule, turning off smartphone notifications, encouraging students to engage in sports, and participating in group and family activities will help manage FoMO and loneliness.

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Loneliness and academic performance mediates the relationship between fear of missing out and smartphone addiction among Iranian university students

2022

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“…FOMO is a widespread occurrence marked by anxiety induced by the awareness that one may miss out on certain mentally pleasurable or rewarding activities; it is most prevalent among avid users of social media 32. A study by Gupta and Sharma33 states that the correlation between FOMO and disruption of mental well-being is characterised by bizarre sleeping patterns, disrupted work-life balance, emotional dysregulation, and anxiety and mood disorders. Of note, according to a recent study, FOMO was the most relevant sign of perceived social media addiction 34…”

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Future of mental health in the metaverse

2022

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The metaverse and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) were some of the hottest tech terms in 2021, according to a Google Trends search. Our review aims to describe the metaverse and NFTs in the context of their potential application in the treatment of mental health disorders. Advancements in technology have been changing human lives at an ever-increasing pace. Metaverse, also known as the three-dimensional (3D) internet, is the convergence of virtual reality (VR) and physical reality in a digital space. It could potentially change the internet as we know it, with NFTs as the key building blocks in the new expansive virtual ecosystem. This immersive 3D virtual world boasts the features of the real world with the added ability to change the surrounding environment according to individual needs and requirements. VR, augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (MR) have been employed as tools in the treatment of various mental health disorders for the past decade. Studies have reported positive results on their effectiveness in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders. VR/AR/MR have been hailed as a solution to the acute shortage of mental health professionals and the lack of access to mental healthcare. But, on the flip side, young adults tend to spend a significant amount of time playing 3D immersive games and using social media, which can lead to insecurity, anxiety, depression, and behavioural addiction. Additionally, endless scrolling through social media platforms negatively affects individuals' attention span as well as aggravating the symptoms of adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.We aimed to explore the ramifications of expanding applications of the metaverse on mental health. So far, no other review has explored the future of mental health in the context of the metaverse.

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“…FoMO didefinisikan sebagai perasaan khawatir bahwa dirinya tidak mengetahui apa yang dialami atau terjadi dengan orang lain (Przybylski et al, 2013). Hasil penelitian literature review menunjukkan bahwa FoMO peningkatan kecemasan, menurunkan kualatias tidur, dan ola makan yang buruk (Gupta & Sharma, 2021), dan hal ini berhubungan dengan penggunaan media sosial. Penelitian cross-sectional dan longitudinal yang dilakukan Buglass et al (2017) di Inggris secara konsisten menemukan bahwa penggunaan media sosial Facebook meningkatkan tingkat FoMO.…”

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Motivation for Instagram Use, Passive Instagram Use and Fear of Missing Out (FoMO)

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The increase in the use of social media is an interesting phenomenon, especially for young adults. This phenomenon triggers various studies on the impact and motives of using social media. This research specifically aims to examine more deeply the phenomenon of Instagram use and the fear of loss (FoMO) in young adults. The study was conducted using a quantitative approach with an online survey method on 350 young adults (M = 20.51, SD = 1.96). The online survey consists of research information and consent forms to participate in the study; three research measuring tools (FoMO, Passive Instagram Use, and Instagram Motive); and participant demographic data. Information about this research is disseminated through Instagram Story uploads and by snowball. Statistical analysis was performed using JASP 0.14.1 (JASP Team, 2020) and IBM AMOS 21. The results of the analysis showed a good model fit and that motivation and passive use of Instagram were positively and significantly associated with FoMO with varying strengths. It was discovered that the motivation for using Instagram – dating, making new friends, academic, social connection, entertainment, self-expression, and information – did not play a significant role in FoMO, but the motivation for following and monitoring others and social recognition did. The sort of social media activity a person engages in is less essential than the type of content exposed on Instagram. Another research finding is that the relationship between motivation to use Instagram and FoMO is not mediated by passive use of Instagram.

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Fear of missing out: A brief overview of origin, theoretical underpinnings and relationship with mental health

Cited by 112 publications

References 56 publications

Loneliness and academic performance mediates the relationship between fear of missing out and smartphone addiction among Iranian university students

Loneliness and academic performance mediates the relationship between fear of missing out and smartphone addiction among Iranian university students

Future of mental health in the metaverse

Motivation for Instagram Use, Passive Instagram Use and Fear of Missing Out (FoMO)

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