FOMOPhobia: Fear of Missing Out

Common symptoms of FOMOPhobia include constant checking of social media, fear of making the wrong choices, difficulty saying no to invitations or opportunities, feelings of envy or jealousy, and heightened anxiety when not participating in activities others are engaged in.

FOMOPhobia can significantly impact daily life by causing excessive stress, disruptions in sleep patterns, difficulty focusing on tasks, strained relationships due to constant need for social engagement, and an overall sense of dissatisfaction or unhappiness stemming from the fear of missing out on experiences.

No, FOMOPhobia is not the same as FOMO. While FOMO refers to the fear of missing out on social events or experiences, FOMOPhobia specifically relates to an excessive and irrational fear of missing out that can lead to anxiety, stress, and a constant need to be connected or involved in everything happening around oneself.