The effects of FOMO

In a recent study, scientists examined the effect of FOMO on first-year university students.

• The results of this study showed that FOMO was present throughout the day, but mostly later in the day and nearing the weekend.
• Those whose behaviors felt more like obligations, including studying or working, suffered more from FOMO.
• FOMO was also associated with adverse outcomes, such as fatigue, stress, sleep problems, and psychosomatic symptoms.
• FOMO was felt by all regardless of personality.