Some people think that competitive sports have a positive effect on the education of teenagers while others argue that the effect is negative. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

A cursory glance at the academic systems all over the world
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that education has been accompanied by competition. So it is pivotal to prepare children for
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occurrence. Attending in sports contest may strengthen
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's skills,
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others believe that the downside effects will outweigh
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aspects. I totally concur with the latter statement, though, both points of view will be discussed in
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vital
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during educational stages.
Therefore
, participating in
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matches may cause marked improvement.
For instance
, in many countries like Iran,
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should struggle with a rough and competitive university entrance exam considered as a determinant element of their destiny. If they can test themselves in
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games, it will provoke positive
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like raising their performance and perseverance, acquiring
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capability of
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, improving cognitive skills, drawing up a scrupulous schedule, finding long-term solutions and preparing
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for considerable improvement.
On the other hand
, the demerits of being in competitive situations like
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games
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undeniable and from my perspective may overtake the merits. It is blatantly obvious that stress and tension may be considered as a negative ramification.
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fact that everyone tends to attain the utmost rank and go up the advancement ladder,
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, the student's characteristics will be shifted to being sensitive and perfectionist.
Subsequently
,
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may encounter
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serious physical and mental
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in the near future.
To conclude
, I utterly oppose the competitive educational systems.
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should have a comfortable environment full of
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to study away from any destructive and stressor factors like competition.
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  • promote a healthier lifestyle
  • valuable life skills
  • mental focus
  • teamwork and communication
  • time management
  • stress relief
  • neglecting academics
  • intense pressure
  • physical injuries
  • mental stress
  • time commitment
  • fear of failure
  • emotional well-being
  • academic performance
  • balancing sports and academics
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