India, July 8 -- Some young people, especially from Gen Z, are turning to an unusual kind of escape: the bathroom. It's not always about using the toilet. At work, at home, or even during social events, many just step into a stall to breathe, check TikTok, or sit quietly away from everything. The trend, now called "bathroom camping", is gaining attention online. According to The New York Post, on TikTok, plenty of users say it's become a surprising go-to form of self-care, a way to spend time alone and recharge.

For many, the bathroom is the only place they feel completely alone: no demands, no distractions, no judgment. In one viral TikTok video, user Hendo explains, "Every time something gets overstimulating, whether I'm at a party or ...