How to cure 'home phobia'

An increasing number of Chinese youngsters, especially college students and migrant workers from rural areas, are choosing not to go home for the Spring Festival, because they don't want to face questions about their not-so-perfect careers or marital status. Comments:

For those who fear possible inquiries from their relatives and friends about their financial situation or marriage, it should be stressed that family reunions are a lot more than a sense of proudness facing relatives. But it is also understandable that people value the impressions of those close to them and do not want to be seen unsuccessful. Therefore, social justice is the key to alleviating these concerns.

Zhang Junping, a professor at the Provincial Party School of Gansu province, Feb 23