Several Zhengzhou traffic policewomen enjoy playing house after returning from duty on Wednesday, August 6, 2008. [dahe.cn]

Playing house is a favorite children's game, but since it developed into a Zhengzhou policewomen's pastime, it has attracted media attention.

A report from news web site Dahe.cn says police authorities in Zhengzhou, Henan Province set up a Sunshine Studio, in which policewomen can "play house" with consultants nearby to offer advice.

Consultant Tai Yang explains that though the game is simple, relaxing in a room well-appointed with a brick-colored sofa and a mattress could ease officers' tension.

A local traffic police chief said police officers have to shoulder heavy work pressure, and policewomen have voiced bigger complaints over the pressure than the men.

(CRI August 8, 2008)