Highlights

  • The research was conducted at the Washington State University
  • For the study, the team surveyed 500 participants
  • Previous research has linked FOMO to low self-esteem & loneliness

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Research suggests people who enjoy JOMO have high levels of social anxiety

A recent study has found that people who enjoy experiencing JOMO may have high levels of social anxiety.

Research suggests people who enjoy JOMO have high levels of social anxiety

Researchers from the Washington State University found that people who enjoy experiencing JOMO or the 'joy of missing out', tend to have higher levels of social anxiety.

The research was conducted after surveying 500 participants. And, during the survey loneliness, social anxiety, social media use, personality traits and life satisfaction were assessed.

Previous research has linked FOMO or the 'fear of missing out' to low self-esteem and loneliness.

Also watch: Are you an overachiever or just a person with high-functioning anxiety?

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JOMO stands for 'joy of missing out', which refers to the pleasure that some people feel when they choose to opt out of social activities or events.

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