Youngsters in Singapore prioritise careers and financial security over getting married: Study


Although young people reported experiencing more job stress, more also indicated being able to tolerate work pressures and being satisfied with their jobs. - ST FILE

SINGAPORE: Young people prioritise their careers and financial security over goals like getting married, according to a new study on their aspirations as they move from adolescence to adulthood.

Having a good career and being in good health were ranked as their top priorities in the next five years, while getting married and having their own homes were further down the list.

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