Fear of Missing Out Syndrome and its Impact on Sleep Quality in Medical Students: A Cross-Sectional Study
Jullyane Laysa de Carvalho Oliveira,
Otília Jurema de Carvalho Neta,
Rodolfo Augusto Bacelar de Athayde
Abstract:Objective Fear of missing out (FOMO) is a type of social anxiety defined as “intense concern that others may be experiencing rewarding experiences without one's presence,” which can lead to illness. Excessive smartphone use is often associated with FOMO. This study aimed to investigate FOMO among medical university students, as well as factors associated with sleep quality, anxiety, depression, and excessive smartphone use.
Methods A cross-sectional observational study was conducted using electronic … Show more
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