Core Insights - The root cause of students' aversion to school is not the learning itself but the discomfort and fear stemming from various relationships within the school environment, including teacher-student, peer, and parent-child dynamics [2][3] - The educational system is largely stuck in outdated "behaviorism," focusing on rote memorization and knowledge transmission while neglecting higher-order learning methods [2][3] - The increasing prevalence of mental health issues among students is alarming, with approximately 14.8% of a sample from Tsinghua University's study showing varying degrees of depression risk [2][3] Group 1 - The experiences of students like Yixin, who resort to feigning illness to escape academic pressure, highlight a broader issue of academic stress affecting many students at Chou Xiaoyang Middle School [1] - Chou Xiaoyang Middle School, founded in 2011, has successfully helped over 3,000 students who faced issues like depression and anxiety return to a normal state of life [1] - The school adopts a unique approach by not having a fixed library, allowing for creative expression on walls, and co-creating rules with students, emphasizing a safe and warm environment for learning [3] Group 2 - The phenomenon of "four noes" among adolescents—lack of motivation for learning, disinterest in the real world, social incapacity, and feelings of meaninglessness—poses significant challenges for education [3] - The key to addressing students' aversion to school lies in distinguishing whether they dislike all forms of learning or just the current educational practices, which are often rigid and uninspiring [3] - The need for a more compassionate and respectful learning environment is emphasized, where meaningful interactions can foster genuine interest in learning [3]