The Relationship Between Self-Esteem And Fear Of Missing Out (Fomo) In Adolescents Aged 17-18 Years
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https://doi.org/10.64621/hjns.v1i2.28Keywords:
Self-Esteem, Fear of Missing Out , Teenager, AdolescentsAbstract
Background: Fear of missing out (FoMO) is an anxiety-related condition arising from the perception of missing information, experiences, or social activities of others. Adolescents are particularly vulnerable to FoMO due to heightened sensitivity to social comparison and peer acceptance. Self-esteem is a key psychological factor that may influence adolescents’ susceptibility to FoMO.
Objective: This study aimed to examine the relationship between self-esteem and fear of missing out (FoMO) among adolescents aged 17–18 years in public senior high schools in Tuban Regency.
Methods: A quantitative, non-experimental study with a correlational cross-sectional design was conducted. The population comprised 1,263 adolescents aged 17–18 years, from which 299 participants were selected using probability sampling with a cluster random sampling technique. Data were collected using self-esteem and FoMO questionnaires and analyzed using the Spearman rank correlation test (α < 0.05).
Results: The findings revealed a statistically significant relationship between self-esteem and fear of missing out (FoMO) among adolescents (p < 0.001). The correlation analysis indicated a low positive association, suggesting that lower self-esteem was related to higher levels of FoMO.
Conclusion: Self-esteem is significantly associated with fear of missing out (FoMO) among adolescents aged 17–18 years in public senior high schools in Tuban Regency. Strengthening self-esteem may help reduce vulnerability to FoMO and promote healthier psychological adjustment in the context of increasing social media use.
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