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<p>This study investigates the relationships between boredom, phubbing behavior, loneliness, and Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) among university students in Turkiye. Using a cross-sectional design with a sample of 399 participants, the research employed multiple mediation analyses to examine these interconnections. The study found that boredom proneness positively affects both loneliness and FOMO, significantly influencing phubbing behavior. Specifically, loneliness mediated 15.71% of the total effect between boredom proneness and phubbing, while FOMO mediated 35.66% of this relationship. Furthermore, the serial mediation path through loneliness and FOMO accounted for 43.61% of the total effect. These findings highlight the complex dynamics underlying phubbing behavior among young adults. They suggest that individuals experiencing boredom may be more prone to feelings of loneliness and FOMO, which can lead to increased phubbing as a coping mechanism. The study also found age-related differences, with younger participants more likely to experience FOMO and engage in phubbing. “This research contributes to understanding the psychological mechanisms underlying phubbing behaviour, particularly in relation to boredom and emotional regulation.“It underscores the importance of addressing underlying issues like boredom, loneliness, and FOMO when developing interventions to promote healthier digital habits and social interactions among university students.</p>

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Boredom and Phubbing; A Multiple Mediation Model

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    2026年3月14日

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  • Halil Sengul

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This study investigates the relationships between boredom, phubbing behavior, loneliness, and Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) among university students in Turkiye. Using a cross-sectional design with a sample of 399 participants, the research employed multiple mediation analyses to examine these interconnections. The study found that boredom proneness positively affects both loneliness and FOMO, significantly influencing phubbing behavior. Specifically, loneliness mediated 15.71% of the total effect between boredom proneness and phubbing, while FOMO mediated 35.66% of this relationship. Furthermore, the serial mediation path through loneliness and FOMO accounted for 43.61% of the total effect. These findings highlight the complex dynamics underlying phubbing behavior among young adults. They suggest that individuals experiencing boredom may be more prone to feelings of loneliness and FOMO, which can lead to increased phubbing as a coping mechanism. The study also found age-related differences, with younger participants more likely to experience FOMO and engage in phubbing. “This research contributes to understanding the psychological mechanisms underlying phubbing behaviour, particularly in relation to boredom and emotional regulation.“It underscores the importance of addressing underlying issues like boredom, loneliness, and FOMO when developing interventions to promote healthier digital habits and social interactions among university students.