A Bizarre New Habit Emerges Among Stressed Young Adults, Capturing Global Attention as Thousands Embrace a Nostalgic Comfort Once Reserved for Babies, Fueling Online Debate, Medical Warnings, and Psychological Insights Into How a Generation Is Coping With Pressure, Responsibility, and the Overwhelming Demands of Modern Life in Unconventional Ways
When life becomes overwhelming, some adults are turning to pacifiers as a surprising form of stress relief. The trend is booming in China, where young professionals are replacing melatonin, meditation apps, and even cigarettes with adult-sized binkies. On major platforms like Taobao and JD.com, sales have surged, with prices ranging from \$1.40 to \$70. Sellers…