Kuala Lampur, Aug. 13 -- The question of whether Malaysia should increase its retirement age is not new, but it has gained renewed attention following the government's proposal under the 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK13) to gradually raise the official retirement age in response to longer life expectancy and economic pressures. The logic seems simple: if we live longer, shouldn't we work longer too?

From a psychological perspective, the answer depends on more than just economics. Retirement is not merely a financial decision; it is a deeply personal transition that affects identity, purpose, and mental well-being. As a psychologist, I believe that whether working longer is "better" depends not only on health and economics but also on the qualit...