Money dysmorphia: Flexing fantasy online


How has the rise of "flex culture" in Malaysia – where influencers showcase luxury lifestyles – contributed to money dysmorphia among young Malaysians? —Pexels

HOW has the rise of “flex culture” in Malaysia – where influencers showcase luxury lifestyles – contributed to money dysmorphia among young Malaysians?

Universiti Teknologi Mara Shah Alam’s Assoc Prof Dr Sara Chinnasamy observes that more young people worldwide are feeling the pressure to impress or keep up with their peers, often because of flex culture.

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