As a new school year begins, this is a good time to emphasize the importance of mentoring a young person. Mentoring does not have to be difficult but it does require dedication. Mentors have the ability to change a young person's life for the better.
Here is how mentoring can positively impact the life of a young person you know:
-Mentors let the young person know that there is someone who cares about them
-They keep students motivated and accountable to do complete school work
-Students who meet regularly with their mentors are 52% less likely than their peers
-Help to improve self-esteem
-Mentors assist with college or career choice
-Being a mentor provides emotional support and stability
Simply said "Mentoring Works!"
In a 2013 study "The Role of Risk: Mentoring Experiences and Outcomes for Youth and Varying Risk Profiles," the results showed a consistent reduction in depressive symptoms while grades and social skills for youth with mentors improved. The decrease in depression among these youth is impressive when you consider that one in four teens have issues that cause them to worry extensively.
Eighteen (18) million young Americans need or want mentoring, but only 3 million are participating in quality relationships. The means that more then 15 million young people have an unmet need creating a "Mentor Gap."
If you have time to change just one person's life get in the "Gap" and help shape America's future.
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Dr. Dee Carter
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