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There are numerous benefits of mentoring for both the mentor and the mentee.
A few of the benefits for mentors include:
- Improved health, perceived health, and self esteem
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Increased life satisfaction
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Insight into one's own childhood or children
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Expanded network through other volunteers
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The knowledge that you have made an impact on a young person's life
Benefits for the mentee include:
- Increased academic performance
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Improved interpersonal relationships with peers, teachers, and family
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Greater self confidence, self esteem, and motivation to succeed
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Reduced risk of experimenting with drugs and alcohol
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Improved school attendance
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