The Science of FOMO: From Evolutionary Survival to Digital Burnout

18/12/2025 15 min

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Episode Synopsis

Every time you refresh your feed, your brain is asking one question:“Am I being left out?” 🧠📱This episode dives into the science of FOMO — tracing it from evolutionary survival to modern digital overload. Research shows that FOMO is linked to real changes in brain structure, increased loneliness, sleep disruption, stress hormones, and even financial decision-making.We explore:🔬 The evolutionary roots of social anxiety🧠 The brain circuitry behind compulsive checking📉 Why more connection can feel like less belonging🔁 How social media burnout makes FOMO worse💸 Why urgency marketing works so well on your brainFOMO is not a flaw — it’s a deeply human instinct.The challenge is learning how to live with it — without letting it control you.🎧 Listen now for a science-based perspective on one of the most misunderstood emotions of our digital age.#FOMOScience #HumanBrain #EvolutionaryBiology #NeurosciencePodcast #MindAndBehavior #DigitalLife #ScienceStories

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