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Among the youth in China, a palpable sense of anxiety and pressure pervaded conversations. Many young individuals expressed stress about the demands of their education and career paths, revealing that social media, particularly TikTok, played a significant role in their lives. This immersion in digital culture also reflected a growing chasm between educational aspirations and job availability, as there appears to be a mismatch between the skills of the educated youth and the employment landscape.