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news Scmp World 2026-05-12

China special school's 'baby doll' empathy lessons spark debate

A special education school in China is facing controversy for making students carry toy dolls to teach empathy. The school aims to help teenagers with behavioral issues, but the method has drawn mixed reactions.

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