Study: A digital workplace can accentuate stress and FOMO

Remote work can promote stress and burnout, largely due to FOMO. — AFP Relaxnews

The increasing pervasiveness of working online with a laptop means that employees often enjoy greater flexibility and employers can attract talent that might otherwise be out of reach. However, for some people working remotely in front of a computer all day is associated with being more susceptible to stress and burnout.

According to a study, the idea of FOMO ("fear of missing out") itself can promote stress and burnout, accentuated by a digital workspace.