Teen phenomenon: The excessive use of smartphones is a clear indication that young people want to remain connected at any time of day. — EPA file photo
OVER the past few years, there has been some talk circulating among social commentators about a “new” teenage phenomenon called the Fear of missing out syndrome or by its catchy acronym – Fomo.
It sounds a bit like the flu, and it is similar in that it appears to be transmitted virally (electronically speaking).
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