PDF FOMO in the Current Generation

It examines how FOMO affects Generation Z and Millennials, its psychological roots, and its impact on mental health and behavior . The study concludes with suggestions for reducing FOMO through education, awareness, and healthier digital habits.

This study aims to explain how FOMO is socially constructed through digital interactions and how it influences the mental health of Generation Z . Using a qualitative case-study approach, data were collected from Generation Z individuals, social observers, and psychologists through in-depth interviews and observations of social media behavior .
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This study seeks to explore the relationship between FoMO , social media behavior , and life satisfaction among Generation Z and Y in Croatia. Building upon existing literature, the research aims to identify the extent to which FoMO influences compulsive digital behavior and how these patterns correlate with subjective well-being.
The answer lies in a psychological phenomenon that's become increasingly relevant in our hyperconnected world: FOMO , or Fear of Missing Out. This isn't just about social media addiction—it's a complex psychological response that's rewiring how we make decisions, form relationships, and experience satisfaction.

A Study on How Social Media FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) Impacts the Gen ...
Abstract Generation Z , or Gen Z , refers to people born between 1995 and 2010, often known as "zoomers," the first generation to fully embrace the internet. This paper focuses on the impact of social media-induced Fear of Missing Out ( FOMO ) on Generation Z , blending with the characteristics of digital nativity and extensive engagement with social media platforms. Fear of Missing Out, or FOMO ...
Abstract: Generation Z , or Gen Z , refers to people born between 1995 and 2010, often known as "zoomers," the first generation to fully embrace the internet. This paper focuses on the impact of socialmedia-induced Fear ofMissing Out ( FOMO ) on Generation Z , blending with the characteristics of digital nativity and extensive engagement with social media platforms. Fear of Missing Out, or FOMO ...
A Study On How Social Media FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) Impacts ...
This study examines the impact of social media-induced Fear of Missing Out ( FOMO ) on Generation Z , highlighting its effects on mental health, self-esteem, and life satisfaction. It reveals that while social media offers opportunities for self-expression and connection, it also exacerbates anxiety and compulsive behaviors among Gen Z , leading to negative psychological outcomes. The research ...
The findings from a sample of 319 users belonging to Generation Z suggest that social media platforms need to understand user's compulsive usage that is resulting into fatigue and consequently anxiety. The role of government information support on reducing fatigue and anxiety is found to be positive.
Determinants of Fomo Among Genz and Its Coping Strategies
of social media among Generatio n Z (GenZ). This study e xplores the contributing factors to FoMO development and its coping strategies for Gen Z .




Studies to date have shown that fear of missing out ( FoMO ) is related to the lack of fulfilling one's psychological needs. Moreover, it affects one's involvement in social media.