HEALTHY AGING IN THE DIGITAL ERA: THE INFLUENCE OF FEAR OF MISSING OUT (FoMO), PROCRASTINATION, AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT AMONG OLDER ADULTS

Abstract

The rapid adoption of digital technology has transformed the lives of older adults by improving communication, access to information, and social connectivity. However, increasing engagement with digital platforms has also introduced psychological challenges, including Fear of Missing Out (FoMO) and procrastination, which may negatively affect healthy aging. The present study examined the relationships among FoMO, procrastination, community support, and healthy aging among older adults. A quantitative, cross-sectional correlational research design was employed, and data were collected from older adults using standardized measures of FoMO, procrastination, community support, and healthy aging. Pearson Product-Moment correlation analysis was conducted to examine the relationships among the study variables. The findings indicated that FoMO was positively associated with procrastination, while both FoMO and procrastination were negatively related to healthy aging. In contrast, community support demonstrated a significant positive relationship with healthy aging and negative associations with FoMO and procrastination. The findings highlight the protective role of supportive community environments in promoting psychological well-being and successful aging. The study emphasizes the need for community-based interventions, digital literacy programmes, and healthy aging initiatives that encourage balanced technology use, strengthen social support, and enhance the overall quality of life among older adults.