THE SOCIAL AND PERSONAL BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING.
Keywords:
volunteering, community service, health benefits, mental and physical well-being, lifelong learning, active aging, skill development, work experience, social engagement, quality of lifeAbstract
This article explores the role of volunteering and its positive sides in promoting social development and individual well-being. It indicates that not only does volunteering enhance personal skills such as communication, leadership and problem solving, but also it is more likely to be linked to improved mental and physical health.
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