FoMO, an acronym popularized by author Patrick J. McGinnis in 2004, has become perceived as a 21st century phenomenon fueled by social media feeds that implore we remain constantly connected.

FoMO, internet-speak for the fear of missing out, is a common affliction in the social media age. Here's what causes it, and how to avoid triggers.

FOMO isn’t a master you need to obediently follow but, as McGinnis put it, a “tap on the shoulder” reminding you that your existence is transient and you need to decide how to spend it. He ...

The coronavirus pandemic has canceled many things, but FOMO doesn't appear to be one of them. Jennifer Wolkin, a New York-based health and neuropsychologist, describes FOMO, aka the "fear of ...

Over the years, we’ve learned what really drives intense feelings of FOMO – which explains why a run-of-the-mill meeting might feel more crucial than an over-the-top vacation.

Eliza Becker, a 27-year-old from Wollongong, recently shared a video on social media discussing what she refers to as “girlhood FOMO” — the fear of missing out on the close-knit female ...

In the right dose, FOMO is a healthy feeling that causes us to seek out friendship or motivates us to try new experiences. But FOMO can crop up in all sorts of situations where it’s not so positive.

They’ll always remember that summer cookout – and you weren’t there. Maskot/DigitalVision via Getty Images Not just missing Coachella. Getting FOMO for an amazing event you can’t attend ...

FOMO isn’t a master you need to obediently follow but, as McGinnis put it, a “tap on the shoulder” reminding you that your existence is transient and you need to decide how to spend it. He ...

FOMO happens when people miss the chance to bond with friends, co-workers or teammates they care about (Getty Images) From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on ...