Arezoo Fallahjoo: Natural Disasters

Many parts of the world are prone to natural disaster. People are affected by natural disasters all around the world. As a result of this phenomenon, people's lives completely change .The impacts of natural disasters is various.

The impacts of natural disaster on public health are obvious. For one thing, people will experience physical problems that may take a long time to recover.  Certain infections and diseases will spread in disaster stricken areas and, some injuries will last for the whole life. This stressful situation may lead them to experience psychological problems as well. Mental problems are another negative effect of disasters. The loss of family members and relatives will lead to serious stress for the victims of natural disasters.

Natural disasters have negative impacts on economy as well. Tourism is an important part of the economy of the country.  Natural events like earthquake or thunder   will absolutely decrease the rate of tourism. Also, natural occurrences impact the trade. Import and export will be impacted negatively. Moreover, natural resources may be destroyed. As a result, poverty will prevail in a disaster area.

In conclusion, negative impact of natural disaster is numerous. On the other hand, it gives people opportunity to think about their values. What is worthwhile and, what is not? It would be wise not to take our life for granted, and find ways to support each other during difficult times.

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Arezoo Fallahjoo: Social Problems

 

Nowadays, divorce cases have increased. With divorce come a lot of changes to family daily life. Not only children but also spouses experience various problems, stresses and difficulties as a result of separation. 

Divorce causes harm to the children more than other members of the family. As a result of divorce, the support they receive from home become less than before. Consequently, children experience a stressful environment. They have a limited time to be with their parents. When they need to have a talk or even a simple huge from them, they have to wait until the appropriate time. This situation increases the risk of emotional problems. They develop negative outlook and step by step, they lose their trust in their parents. Thus, the rate of happiness and health will decrease.

A lot of changes in family daily routine are another negative aspect of divorce. After separation occasions such as birthdays and New Year are never the same as the time when the family were together. These changes weaken the relationship between parents and children. The stress of this situation damages the parent-child relation and creates a distance between them.

In conclusion, divorce affects families not only in short –term but also long-term. It would be better if people are more responsible while making decisions about marriage and divorce as well.

        

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Arezoo Fallahjou: Laughter the Best Medicine

 Life brings challenges. Instead of complaining about life`s probable problems, try to laugh at them. Although it is not easy to smile in different situations, "Laughter is the best medicine" obviously.

The health benefits of laughter are obvious. For one thing, laughter prevents diseases. It increases not only the level of health-enhancing hormones but also the anti-body cells. All this means a stronger immune system. A Study shows that laughter improves the blood flow and function. It can protect people against heart attacks and other heart problems. According to new research, people with heart diseases laugh forty percent less than others.

Emotional health is another benefit of laughter. Laughter makes people feel good. The feeling that they experience when they laugh remains with them for long hours. Laughter helps people keep a positive and optimistic outlook through difficult situations. Nothing works faster than a good laugh, to bring emotions and mind back to balance. Laughter supports emotional health as well.

Laughter has some social benefits, too. It can improve the quality of family relations. When we laugh with other people, a positive bond is created. This bond prevents stress in the family. Humor communications strengthen the relationship.

In conclusion, laughter can be a stress management strategy for the whole life. Laughter supports physical, emotional and social health definitely. This priceless medicine is fun, free and easy to use.

Arezoo Fallahjou: Healthy Families

Making a healthy family environment is important for raising children. This is achieved when men and women both do their responsibilities well. Although men and women both play an important role in raising family, women make better parents than men.

 Women are naturally protective of children. They have emotional feelings. Child and mother emotional relation helps mothers to understand their children`s feelings better than the father. Women are also sensitive; even without asking their children, they know their feelings. Not only are mothers kind to their children, but also they are patient.  Women are stronger. In terms of facing problems, women most of the time seem strong and can make decisions better than men.

Women are involved with their families` conditions more than men. Women are naturally closer to their children. They spend more time with them, so they build better relations. Family management is another responsibility that women to better than men. They consider any condition for planning about budget, travel and time.

In conclusion, "Men make house, women make home". Definitely both of them have main role in parenting, but in daily life, women have greater role in raising children and more responsibility in parenting issues.  

Arezoo Fallahjou: Juvenile Crime

The juvenile world in complicated. It seems they need supportive guide step by step to avoid social dangers. Youth crime is a serious problem. There are many reasons why juvenile turn to a life of crime. However, two are the most important.

The quality of living environment is one of the most important facts in youth criminal behaviors. . School in the first place for making friends. Youths tend to make friends easily. They follow each other a rule models. If their peers have criminal behavior, they teach each other.  Sometimes, because of the peer's pressure, youths become involved in criminal behavior. Living in poor families is the other reason for juvenile delinquency. Poor families may not be able to educate their children in school. These children spend most of their times on streets. Lack of education leads them to criminal thinking. When unemployed parents need to run a household, they do not have legal opportunity to earn money, so they get involved in criminal activities.

Drug abuse is the second reason for juvenile delinquency. The basic relationship between drug and crime is simple. They do everything in order to find money to buy drug. Sometimes, they prefer to be inside the criminal groups; therefore, they get involved in crime. Drug user's behaviors are affected by drugs. Especially when they are "high "on substance, they commit a crime easily.

In conclusion, youth crime is a major problem in my communities. Increasing opportunities of employment can help decrees the crime rate also, a friendly relationship inside the house is a good motivation for youth to share any problems with their parents. Responsible parents identify their children`s friends. They control children after school hours and fill it with wholesome programs. Making a safe environment can prevent youth from any danger.      

Katherine: Imigration

Advantages and Disadvantages of Immigrating

Every year, there is a big amount of people immigrating to Canada. Most of them have a dream to come here; some of them just want to leave to a new place. No matter what reason they have for immigrating, advantages and disadvantages of immigrating exist at the same time.

There are three advantages of immigrating to Canada. First, there is a developed education system in Canada.  For adults, there are a lot of continuing education and training opportunities. Some of them are free, especially for new comers. It is really beneficial. For youngsters, the education system is really developed. It is helpful for building the foundation of their future effectively.  Second, there is a developed social security system for the citizens. One example is the medical security system. Everybody has free medical services when they need and the services are considerate. The other is the pension system; no one needs to worry about life when they are old, because they can get the pension from the Government. Third, there is a harmonious multicultural society system in Canada. People can keep their traditional culture. The government even offers some opportunities for their children to learn their mother languages.  Actually, different religions coexist with each other peacefully in this country. People have complete freedom to decide their religions.

Although there are many advantages of immigrating to Canada, some disadvantages exist. First, newcomers need a period of time to realize the new natural environment and the social environment. The climate of Canada is awfully cold. It takes time to become accustomed to the long and cold winter. Nevertheless, the problems from the social environment are not so easy to deal with. Every thing is new. They know nothing about the country or the neighborhood. They even do not know how to communicate with others. Second, Language skill is a big stepping stone on the road of improving the life of a new comer. Lack of language skills is one big barrier for the social contact. They even cannot make a small talk with people; furthermore, they find it hard to have any social contact. The other big barrier of lack of language skills is for the career. They were experts when they were in their own country. But they become nobody because of the hardship of communication. Third, Culture shocks make them feel that they are out of place. When they stand on the beautiful land, they really feel that you have made a mistake in coming here. They feel lonely and isolated. There are some chances to meet people, but it is hard to make real friends. Forth, no matter what their business or their career was before, they have to start it from the beginning here. All things are difficult before they are easy. Running a new business maybe need double effort. Starting a new career is the same.

Immigrating to Canada may be a good thing, but along with the good thing comes with a lot of challenges and hardships. There are no less of advantages and no more of disadvantages of immigrating to Canada.

Lucy: Immigration

Canada is a multicultural country, it welcome people from all of the world.. Meanwhile, many people think it is a dream country for living, so there are lots of people to immigrate to Canada every year. Different people have different reasons for immigrating. Someone succeeded, and someone disappointed. There are some advantages and disadvantages of immigrating to Canada.

   There are some advantages of immigrating to Canada. First, children will get a good education. They grow up in Canada. They will have many opportunities to go the famous universities of the world, because it is easier for local students than international students. Meanwhile, these children can have good English training. They can speak English fluently, and it is easy for them to find a job in different companies. Second, there is a good environment in Canada. There is fresh air and less population. Canada is a large country with a small population. Last, there are health and benefits for living. For instance, the food is sake and fresh. Everyone has healthcare, and they can have a high level of life.

On the other hand, there are some disadvantages of immigrating to Canada. English is a language barrier for many immigrants. It is difficult for them to communicate with others, especially for newcomers. Therefore, they cannot make friends, so they always feel lonely and isolated. For some people, they have to face the difficulty in finding a new job. For example, some professional technologists have to go to the local universities or colleges to get diploma, and then to get the licenses to find the jobs finally. This is a long struggling way.

In a word, immigrating of Canada is a huge decision. You know the advantages while you have to face the disadvantages. You should consider them seriously before, and then make up your mind to do your best to fit the new lifestyle.