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Elder Abuse - A Curse ( by Ishika Bansal ) In today's world, the abuse of elderly adults is very rampant which regularly happen in their homes and even in caretaking capacities which are expected to take good care of them but instead they're bullied. Elder people are abused verbally, physically, mentally, and economically. Some of the issues they face in society are as under:-  • Family Problems:-  Elder people despite being living with their family feel isolated because they are not given importance by other family members. They are usually not asked about their views over any family discussion and they often feel ignored. Their grandchildren and children don't spend time with them and if elderly people talk to them, they behave rudely. If their children are far away they do not come to meet them regularly. Most often arguments happen with daughter in law over the basic household things. The son may take the side of his wife leaving his mother which is very hurting. They a...

Aggression In Children  ( by Ishika Bansal ) Aggression is a common term which we hear in our everyday life, not only from adults but also from young children. Aggression in simple words is defined as the feeling of anger. It is one of the most challenging concerns of the parents as it highly affects the mental health of young children. In recent years, approximately 3%-7% of children and adolescents exhibit aggressive sign. A number of factors can be the reason for aggression, including:- (1). Children learn what they see in their family and surrounding if family members are aggressive and fight over little things, so that is what children learn, and even they become aggressive. (2). Witnessing violence in movies and the media is also a reason for young youth to become hostile. (3). Children also become aggressive when they do not get the attention they seek from their loved ones. (4). Bullying and harassment are also one of the major causes of aggression.  (5). Brain injurie...

Safety & Security Are What Society Needs Most  ( by Ishika Bansal) Safety is basically defined as protection from danger and security, on the other hand, is defined as the freedom from danger. So, an individual's safety and security are the most important because both affect an individual's well-being. Safety and security comprise of multiple things such as stable income, housing, clothing, food supplies, protection from crime, cyber and psychological security.     Many studies show that safety, security, and justice are major concerns for citizens. A secure environment benefits a person in numerous aspects such as:-    (1). TO REDUCE FINANCIAL LOSS:-  Safety and security at the workplace and home reduce the expenditure caused due to tragedies which reduce financial loss.    (2). TO INCREASE WORKER PRODUCTIVITY:-  According to a survey, workers tend to work more effectively in a safe and secure environment as they mainly focus on the...

Beauty Contests Are Harmful ( by Ishika Bansal ) A beauty contest is a competitive platform wherein merely females compete and are later ranked on the basics of physical attributes of the contestants. It was first started in 1826 with the objective of building self-confidence, improving communication skills, and to teach discipline but now from past recent years, it has lost its objective and meaning as beauty pageants degrade women to mere objects. It has become quite harmful for women as it encourages dieting, eating disorders, and cosmetic surgery.  Few other reasons why beauty contests are harmful are:-   1. They emphasize on beauty over talent:-  Intelligence and talent have no space in these contests rather the physical and outer appearance rules.   2. They force women into specific demographics:-  There are certain physical requirements that a participant has to go through like height, weight, BMI, and other body necessities that have to be met ...

The Need for Volunteering for the Community ( by Ishika Bansal ) It is rightly said that a life lived for others is worth living as when you work for others in any possible way, you are not returned empty-handed but with a bag full of million-dollar smiles, thousand of blessings and pure love which is more valuable than anything and volunteering is one such activity wherein a person offers himself physically, mentally, emotionally or financially for a service. According to a report from the ministry of statistics, 1.5% of India's population volunteer for some activity or the other. Goonj, Help age India, Childline India, PETA are few of the NGOs working selflessly for the welfare of people and animals and it is also started by the CBI that India has at least 31lakh NGOs - more than double the number of schools in the country and 250 times the number of government hospitals. Volunteering not just uplift the underprivileged people but it also helps a volunteer to grow in numerous way...