Toxic effect of fear of losing out on self-esteem: A moderated mediation model of conformity and need for cognitive closure in Singapore

Kiasu (fear of losing out, FoLO) is considered the single most defining adjective that captures Singapore identity, and it is well-observed in other Asian cultures as well. Despite the widespread endorsement of kiasu in Singapore, there is limited empirical research on the theoretical conception of...

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Main Authors: WEE, Sheila Xi Rui, CHENG, Chi-ying, CHOI, Haelim, GOH, Ciping
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Language:English
Published: Institutional Knowledge at Singapore Management University 2022
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Online Access:https://ink.library.smu.edu.sg/soss_research/3571
https://ink.library.smu.edu.sg/context/soss_research/article/4829/viewcontent/Toxic_Kiasu_av.pdf
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Institution: Singapore Management University
Language: English