Social media has various impacts on individuals. For students, LinkedIn, as one of the famous social media platforms, can trigger a fear of missing out due to constant exposure to the career successes achieved by other students. LinkedIn has emerged as a pivotal platform connecting professionals worldwide in professional networking and career advancement. However, alongside its benefits, LinkedIn also brings about a phenomenon known as Fear of Missing Out (FOMO). LinkedIn fosters a culture of comparison, where users measure their achievements against others. This situation can lead to feelings of inadequacy or anxiety if one perceives themselves as falling short in comparison to their peers. This paper explores the intersection of LinkedIn and FOMO, examining its implications on individuals' academic self-concept. This phenomenon especially happens to students from the three best universities in Indonesia. A correlational study conducted on 135 participants showed a negative and significant relationship between FOMO and academic self-concept (r(135) = -0.172, p < 0.05, one-tail). The results showed that the higher the FOMO, the lower the academic self-concept one has and vice versa. However, the FOMO level was not different among students based on their time on LinkedIn (F 3,131 = 0.55, p =0.65). Students who spend much time on LinkedIn can have the same FOMO level as students with less access to it. By understanding the triggers of FOMO on social media and adopting strategies for mindful engagement and authentic self-presentation, individuals can navigate the platform more effectively, fostering meaningful connections and advancing their well-being.

Authors:
Wuri Prasetyawati, Universitas Indonesia, Indonesia
Mutiara Camelien, Universitas Indonesia, Indonesia

About the Presenter(s)
Dr Wuri Prasetyawati is an academic at the Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Indonesia.

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