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China’s young and restless

Today, Explained

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Loneliness and Disaffection Among China's Youth

This chapter delves into the pervasive feelings of malaise among young adults in China, examining how societal changes and the one-child policy have fostered isolation. It links their struggles to broader global themes of stagnation and the pressures of hustle culture, highlighting the emotional toll of living in increasingly nuclear family structures.

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