Fathana: Jurnal Psikologi Ar-Raniry
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Fathana: Jurnal Psikologi Ar-Raniry

Fear of Missing Out (FoMO) and Impulsive Buying Among Generation Z: An Examination Within the Doom Spending Phenomenon

Pramesty, Jihan Adira (Unknown)
Merida, Sarita Candra (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jun 2025

Abstract

The rapid development of digital technology has significantly shaped lifestyles and consumer behavior, particularly among Generation Z, who have grown up with social media and e-commerce. One prominent phenomenon within this generation is Fear of Missing Out (FoMO), characterized by anxiety over being left behind in social trends or experiences. On the other hand, the phenomenon of doom spending has emerged, referring to impulsive buying behaviors as a coping mechanism for anxiety about the future. This study aims to examine the relationship between FoMO and impulsive buying among Generation Z in the context of doom spending. Employing a quantitative correlational design, the findings from Pearson correlation analysis revealed a significant positive relationship between FoMO and impulsive buying (r = 0.827, p < 0.05). These results indicate that higher levels of FoMO are associated with a greater tendency toward impulsive purchasing behavior

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Journal Info

Abbrev

JPA

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Subject

Public Health Social Sciences Other

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Fathana: Jurnal Psikologi Ar-Raniry is a peer-reviewed scientific journal published by the Department of Psychology, State Islamic University Ar-Raniry, Banda Aceh, Indonesia. The journal is committed to the dissemination of high-quality research in the field of psychology, both within Indonesia and ...