Everyone’s talking about: Bathroom camping – how hiding in the toilets during nights out became ‘a thing’

Those who can’t wait until they get home are embracing ‘bathroom camping’. But is escaping social interaction a healthy way to cope with stress?

‘Bathroom camping’ can give people a moment to recover when they feel overwhelmed. Photo: Getty

Any introvert knows the feeling of relief when you close your front door after an evening of socialising. If you’re someone who finds busy environments overstimulating, it can feel like an escape to return to a quiet sanctuary.

‘Bathroom camping’ – escaping to the toilet for a break from overwhelming situations – is gaining popularity on social media. TikTok users are posting about hiding in the bathroom to scroll on their phone, listen to music, or take long baths and showers as a way to cope with daily life.