HealthPublished: 14 October 2026 at 11:56
Loneliness in China Gives Rise to a New Industry of Paid Companionship and Help
Loneliness is growing in China's big cities, and a new service has emerged in which people offer their company or everyday help for a fee, BBC reports.
In China, where big cities are home to large numbers of people, more and more residents are experiencing loneliness. Some may feel completely alone and isolated, according to the BBC.
A new industry has emerged to address the problem. In it, people offer their company or help in return for payment, acting as companions and everyday assistants.
The source gives only a general account of the trend. It does not mention specific figures on prices, demand or the number of people working in the field.
