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Instagram Use, Fear of Missing Out and the Role of Self-compassion

Cybaier, Malin (2023) Instagram Use, Fear of Missing Out and the Role of Self-compassion.

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Abstract:Since the early 2000s, there has been an increased tendency among young adults to utilise social media (SM) websites as a means to feel a sense of connection with users worldwide. Previous research pointed out that being able to communicate within seconds on SM platforms entails various negative consequences for one’s psychological well-being. The concept of self-compassion has been shown to potentially reduce the reliance on applications like Instagram and reduce the emotional attachment to being connected online. Hence, this study investigates the relationship between Instagram Use and the level of Fear of Missing Out (FoMO). It was hypothesised that self-compassion moderates this relationship. To measure this, a cross-sectional survey study was conducted. A total of 71 participants aged 18 to 29 were included in the study. The findings of the study revealed a significant positive relationship between Instagram Use and FoMO (p<.05). However, an insignificant moderation effect of the variable self-compassion on the relationship between Instagram Use and FoMO was identified (p>.05). Hence, the use of Instagram is indeed related to one’s FoMO level and stresses the importance to further investigate factors that influence the relationship between Instagram Use and FoMO. The results provide a starting point for future research as the conducted research positively contributes to the understanding of the impact of SM on one’s mental health.
Item Type:Essay (Bachelor)
Faculty:BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences
Subject:77 psychology
Programme:Psychology BSc (56604)
Link to this item:https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/95705
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