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In some countries, university students live at home, while in other countries

university students go to other cities rather than live with their family. Do
you think the benefits of living away from home outweigh the disadvantages?

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Drawbacks

Costs

 Impose a financial burden on students >>> reason: the costs of


accommodation, food, and transportation >>> the stress of academic
life.

Mental health

 Homesickness and loneliness >>> affecting their mental well-being


>>> Anti-thesis: the problem impacts individuals temporarily.

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Benefits

Personal growth

 The opportunity for independence >>> navigate life's challenges


independently >>> fostering resilience and maturity.

Academic success
 Provides an environment conducive >>> without the distractions of
home >>> dedicate more time and energy to studies >>> improved
academic performance.

In today's interconnected world, the decision regarding whether to stay at


home or venture to another city for university education is a pivotal one for
many students. While both options offer unique advantages and challenges, I
firmly believe that the benefits of living away from home outweigh the
drawbacks.

Moving away from home for university education poses challenges


related to costs and mental health. Regarding the former, this option can
impose a financial burden on students as the costs of accommodation, food,
and transportation in a new city can strain already tight budgets, adding to the
stress of academic life. Concerning the second issue, feelings of
homesickness and loneliness are common among students living away from
home, affecting their mental well-being and academic performance.
Nevertheless, I believe that this problem is not significant as it usually
impacts individuals temporarily as they would gradually get accustomed to
their new life.

In my opinion, living away from home offers tremendous advantages


that contribute to personal growth and academic success. Chief among these
is the opportunity for independence and self-reliance. Away from the safety
net of familial support, students can learn to navigate life's challenges
independently, fostering resilience and maturity. Moreover, living away from
home provides students with an environment conducive to academic focus
and achievement. Without the distractions of home, such as familial
obligations and household chores, students can dedicate more time and
energy to their studies, and thus this heightened focus often translates into
improved academic performance and a deeper understanding of course
material.

In conclusion, while living away from home for a university education can be
challenging in terms of costs and mental well-being, the positives far
outweigh the negatives. The personal growth and academic opportunities
afforded by this experience are invaluable in shaping students into well-
rounded individuals prepared to tackle the challenges of the modern world.

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