The humor nation on Instagram: "Mom!! 😰 Prom culture in schools has become less about a single evening and more about the image, expectations, and social pressure built around it. What started as a simple farewell or celebration has turned into a status-driven event shaped by social media, expensive outfits, couple validation, and public display rather than genuine connection. For many students, prom feels compulsory—miss it and you risk being labeled “left out,” attend it and you’re expected t