BBCJun 13, 2026, 10:05 PM
Vincent's parents 'never say he's good enough' - so he turned to a middle-aged couple online
Young Chinese adults are turning to "virtual parents" on social media for emotional support and encouragement their own families don't provide, a trend reflecting generational tensions between ambitious youth and parents focused on stability and achievement.

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