Money trauma is a growing topic of discussion in Singapore, say coaches and social workers教练和社会工作者表示，金钱创伤在新加坡正成为一个日益受到关注的话题。
Explore how money trauma affects Singaporeans, its causes, and ways to break the cycle for better financial well-being and emotional health. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore’s fast pace of life and the rising cost of living have led to more anxieties related to money.
Published Sep 19, 2026, 05:00 AM
Updated Sep 19, 2026, 05:00 AM
Money trauma could stems from childhood financial struggles, impacting adults' emotions, identities, and behaviours around money, often causing anxiety.
Rising living costs and job insecurity in Singapore have increased money-related stress, with many facing retrenchment fears and financial instability.
Experts stress understanding personal money beliefs, breaking generational cycles, and seeking financial education and support to manage and overcome money trauma effectively.
SINGAPORE – Growing up, Michelle Mah felt like money was never enough and “always hard to earn”.
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新加坡快节奏的生活和不断上涨的生活成本导致人们对金钱的焦虑情绪日益加剧。
发布于 2026 年 9 月 19 日上午 5:00
更新于2026年9月19日凌晨5:00
金钱创伤可能源于童年时期的经济困境，影响成年人的情绪、身份认同和金钱行为，常常导致焦虑。
新加坡不断上涨的生活成本和就业不稳定加剧了与金钱相关的压力，许多人面临裁员的担忧和财务不稳定。
专家强调，要有效管理和克服金钱创伤，需要了解个人的金钱观念，打破代际循环，并寻求金融教育和支持。
新加坡——米歇尔·马（Michelle Mah）从小就觉得钱永远不够用，“总是很难挣到”。
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