Pengaruh Fear of Missing Out Terhadap Life Satisfaction Pada Emerging Adulthood

The phenomenon of Fear of Missing Out (FoMO) is increasingly prevalent in the digital era, especially among individuals in the emerging adulthood phase who actively use social media. FoMO is defined as an individual's anxiety when they feel left out of experiences or information that others are having, which can impact life satisfaction. This study aims to examine the effect of FoMO on life satisfaction among individuals aged 17–25 years. This study employs a quantitative approach with a simple linear regression design. The research sample consists of 401 respondents selected using a purposive sampling technique. The research instruments used are the Fear of Missing Out Scale and the Satisfaction with Life Scale. The regression analysis results indicate that FoMO has a negative effect on life satisfaction (β = - 0.137, p = 0.000), although with a small contribution (R² = 0.044). These findings suggest that the higher an individual's level of FoMO, the lower their life satisfaction. However, other factors play a more dominant role in influencing life satisfaction. Therefore, managing social media use, enhancing self-esteem, and increasing social support can be effective strategies to mitigate the negative impact of FoMO on individual well-being.