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China tackles youth internet addiction

BUSINESS GAZETTEER

CHINA is launching an experimental summer camp for 40 youngsters to try to wean them off "internet addiction". The ten-day programme will accept 14-22 year olds once they had undergone a psychological test and evaluation.

About 2.6 million - or 13 per cent - of the country's 20 million internet users under 18 are now classed as addicts, state media has reported. The youngsters at the summer camp will be treated for depression, fear, unwillingness to interact with others, panic and agitation. It's a rather softer option than the Internet Addiction Treatment Centre near Beijing, which uses a blend of therapy and military drills to treat children addicted to online games, porn and cybersex.

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