Rotten Mango #309: She Went From Ivy League Student to Having IQ of 6 Year Old - Jealous Evil Classmate?
Nov 1, 2023
Former Ivy League chemistry major Ling experienced a dramatic decline in mental and physical health after being slowly poisoned by someone at her top university in China. This podcast dives into Ling's mysterious symptoms and the investigation into the poisoning case, analyzing potential suspects and motive.
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Ling's Decline
- Ling, a top chemistry student at China's prestigious Tsinghua University, experienced a shocking decline after a symphony performance.
- She went from a promising future to being wheelchair-bound, unable to speak, and mentally regressed to a six-year-old.
Tsinghua's Competitive Atmosphere
- Tsinghua University, known as the "Harvard of China," has an extremely competitive environment.
- Its acceptance rate is even lower than Harvard's, fostering intense pressure among students.
The Dark Side of Success
- Despite being talented and admired, Ling was not immune to the pressures of Tsinghua.
- The stress manifested in physical and mental decline, highlighting the dark side of academic competition.