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Chinese Teens Turning to Drugs for Escape

Updated 2026-08-25 23:10 UTC 1 source Negative

Chinese teenagers are reportedly turning to prescription drugs as a way to cope with academic pressure, according to the BBC. The issue highlights growing mental health concerns among young people.

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Chinese teens are turning to mind-numbing drugs to 'run away from reality'

Students are seeking prescription drugs because they fear failure, a teen tells the BBC.

2026-08-25 22:37 UTC