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Death education: should schools carry out it?
Whether schools should educate students about death is a controversial topic. Some people think that death is the only way in life, and proper death education can help students face this reality bravely. However, some people worry that such education may cause students' anxiety and fear and hinder their growth. So, what are the positive meanings of death education?

Relieve anxiety and pain

In the face of fatal diseases such as cancer, diabetes and heart disease, death education can make students and their families treat their diseases more rationally and reduce anxiety and pain.

Understand history and culture

Understanding the major disasters and wars in history and the concept of death in different cultures will help students better understand the stories behind death and tragedy, so as to better face and let go.

Cherish life

Death education makes students understand the preciousness of life, inspires them to think about the meaning and goal of life, and knows how to cherish time. Realizing the value of time, students will work harder to pursue their dreams and live a good life.

Home care

Death education can make students and their families communicate better and enhance mutual understanding and care. Facing the death of their loved ones, students can better handle their emotions and reduce psychological trauma.

positive growth

Although it is still controversial, death education is of positive significance to the mental health and growth of teenagers. Schools should provide students with appropriate death education to help them better face the challenges in life and grow up actively.