Social Media FOMO: The Mental Health Toll of Comparison

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Sun, 22 Mar 2026 04:21:53 +0000
Mental Health in Popular Media

Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) can be exacerbated by social media, where people only share curated moments of their lives. This can create feelings of inadequacy and anxiety, as users compare their real lives to the highlight reels of others. How do you manage FOMO in the age of social media?