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Fear of Missing Out (FOMO)
Concern about missing a shared experience can be driven by anticipated loss of social connection or belonging.
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Checked source previewAcademic paper
Anxiety about the social consequences of missed group experiences intensifies fear of missing out (FOMO)
Research-assisted source review
- What it supports
- FOMO was stronger for valued groups and bonding experiences even when the event itself might be unenjoyable. Anticipated harm to future belonging intensified it, while reflecting on existing social connection provided temporary relief.
- Where it may not transfer
- The studies examine social and experiential scenarios rather than commercial interfaces. Short-term self-report outcomes do not establish long-term wellbeing effects or justify triggering belonging anxiety to influence a purchase.
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