Zhai Nan and Zhai Nv: An Emerging Sub-Culture
Abstract
The technological revolution has changed the conventional landscape of socialization, values and belief system of young people. The availability of internet and increase usage of mobile and laptops has given an upsurge to the phenomena of Zhai Culture. Zhai lifestyle describes the group of people who are engrossed in an online world to an extent that it affects their well-being. Thus, the growing phenomena are of major concern and need an exploration to avoid any psychological and physical problem in near future. Based on the evidence focused literature review, the paper examines the origin of this subculture, its impact on mental and physical health.
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