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Amid a ‘friendship recession’, some young Singaporeans are building bonds through shared interests
AI EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
In Singapore, the share of young adults with more than three close friends dropped from 56% in 2013 to 48% in 2025, signalling a shrinking of close social networks. This trend is part of a broader ‘friendship recession’ affecting the country’s youth. Some are turning to shared interests to rebuild bonds.
WHY IT MATTERS
The decline in close friendships among Singapore’s youth could affect their mental well‑being and community cohesion, prompting policymakers to explore ways to strengthen social ties.
Friendship circles in Singapore are shrinking, with only 48 per cent of young people in 2025 saying they have more than three close friends, down from 56 per cent in 2013.
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