Homelessness is becoming a serious problem in many countries. What are the causes of homelessness, and what are its effects on individuals and society? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
In several nations these days, homelessness has become a pressing issue.
This
is mainly because of unemployment and family problems. There are a number of effects that can be noted because of this
issue.
One of the causes of this
predicament is unemployment. In other words
, some individuals have fewer job opportunities because they do not have enough qualifications and required skills. For example
, in most companies these days, people
are required to have computer skills, but if they do not have them, they will not be hired. As a result
, they most probably struggle financially and cannot pay rent. Another reason is family problems. When children have parents who suffer from divorce, they may run away from their homes and become homeless.
There are two effects of homelessness. Firstly
, many people
will experience poor health. That is
to say, homeless individuals often face barriers to accessing health care due to
financial constraints, lack of insurance, or social stigma. For instance
, some people
who sleep on the street suffer from skin diseases, and in some cases, their conditions worsen because they are uncared for. Secondly
, people
will suffer from low self-esteem. When people
do not have a place to stay, they will eventually lose motivation and confidence. As a result
, they prefer to isolate themselves instead
of mixing with others.
To sum up
, having poor health and low self-esteem are the two effects of this
problem. If the government provides more job opportunities and raises awareness about the importance of family relationships, this
may help reduce the problem.Submitted by s_syedy on
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task achievement
Provide more specific examples from different countries or studies to strengthen the main points. For instance, mentioning statistics or reports related to homelessness would give your essay more depth and reliability.
coherence cohesion
You may add more linking words and phrases (e.g., 'furthermore', 'on the contrary', etc.) to better show the connections between your ideas and make your writing more cohesive.
coherence cohesion
Ensure that each paragraph logically leads to the next one, possibly by introducing the main idea at the beginning of the paragraph and summarizing it more clearly at the end.
coherence cohesion
The essay effectively introduces the topic and discusses both causes and effects, providing a well-rounded view of the issue.
coherence cohesion
The structure of the essay is clear: introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
task achievement
Good use of specific reasons and examples, such as the impact of unemployment and family issues on homelessness.
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