A influência do FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) no desenvolvimento de transtornos de ansiedade em jovens usuários de redes sociais: uma revisão sistemática com análise bibliométrica

Abstract

Fear of Missing Out (FoMO) is defined as the constant fear of missing out on pleasurable experiences that others are having, leading to a compulsive need to stay connected and informed. This study aims to demonstrate the state of the art of scientific production on FoMO and its relationship with the development of anxiety disorders in young social media users. A systematic literature review was carried out following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines, along with a bibliometric mapping of publications indexed in the Web of Science and Scopus databases, covering the period from 2019 to 2025, using the RStudio/Biblioshiny software. The results reveal a significant growth in academic production on the topic, especially in the last four years, with a predominance of quantitative studies. The study identifies the most influential authors, journals, countries, and articles, while also highlighting emerging topics, research gaps, and opportunities for future investigations. In conclusion, the need for further theoretical deepening regarding the impacts of FoMO on the mental health of young people is emphasized, as well as the importance of interventions based on psychoeducation and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to mitigate the negative effects of this phenomenon.