<![CDATA[This study investigates the relationship between self-control and the fear of missing out (FoMO) in predicting cyberloafing behavior among hospital employees. Despite the growing body of research on cyberloafing, prior studies have generally examined predictor variables in isolation and have not adequately investigated the simultaneous effects of self-control and fear of missing out (FoMO), particularly within healthcare work settings. The research was conducted among staff members of a private hospital and employed validated scales to assess self-control, FoMO, and cyberloafing. Each instrument was carefully translated, culturally adapted, and psychometrically tested to ensure conceptual and linguistic accuracy. The measurement tools demonstrated strong reliability and satisfactory validity, confirming their suitability for assessing the targeted psychological constructs. Data were analyzed using correlational and regression techniques to examine both the individual and combined effects of self-control and FoMO on cyberloafing. The results revealed that employees with higher self-control tend to exhibit lower engagement in non-work-related online activities, reflecting their capacity for behavioral regulation and task focus. Conversely, individuals with higher FoMO are more likely to display increased cyberloafing, driven by the desire to remain constantly connected to digital social environments. The interaction between these variables highlights the dynamic nature of self-regulation and social motivation in influencing workplace digital behavior. Overall, the findings underscore the importance of addressing both psychological self-regulation and online social engagement tendencies in developing effective interventions to reduce cyberloafing and enhance employee productivity in digitally connected workplaces.]]>
