‘Bed Rotting’: The Latest TikTok Trend Among Gen Z College Students

Gen Z college students are embracing “bed-rotting” over hustle culture. This trend, popularized on TikTok, involves spending entire days in bed, detached from the outside world.

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It’s a response to modern stressors like rising living costs. While occasional laziness is normal, Dr. Jessi Gold notes that excessive bed-rotting might signal deeper issues.

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It reflects fatigue from stress, anxiety, and poor sleep. Understanding the reasons behind this behavior is crucial for mental well-being.

This trend has sparked debates about Gen Z’s work ethic, with some claiming they lack commitment to traditional work values.