Fear of Missing out Keeps Young People From Logging Off Social Media

Fear of Missing out Keeps Young People From Logging Off Social Media
The icons of mobile apps are seen on the screen of a smart phone in New Delhi, India, on May 26, 2021. Sajjad Hussain/AFP via Getty Images
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Half of young Australians want to disconnect from social media, but fear of missing out keeps them logged in.

Many young people realise social media does more harm than good, with almost half of respondents to a survey saying what they see online is more negative than positive.