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What is quality of life? How is it defined by teenagers?

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What is quality of life? How is it defined by teenagers?

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Quality of life is a persons perception of how they want their life to look like. Most teenagers quality of life is about money and popularity.

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What is quality of life? How is it defined by teens?

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What is quality of life? How is it defined by teens?

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Quality of life is about the things (physical or other) that you have/have access to. It can be impacted by a range of things, e.g. access to shelter, food, autonomy, freedom and relationships or the complete lack of these.

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Q5 - How often do you feel sad?

Q11 - How well do you communicate with others (talking, signing, texting, being understood by others and understanding them)?

Q13 - How often do you feel worthless?

Q26 - How much of a burden do you feel you are to other people?

Q35 - How often did you feel in despair in the last seven days?

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1. How often do you feel socially excluded or left out?

a homeless person would rank lower on this as they dont have access to hygiene, warm food, etc.

2. How often do you feel sad?

a homeless person would rank this low as they would be very sad and are much less privileged as most people around them.

3. How well do you communicate with others?

homeless people will rank this low as they dont ever communicate with others.

4. How difficult is it for you to wash, toilet, dress yourself, eat or care for your appearance?

homeless people would find this very hard therefore they would rank this low.

5. How much of a burden do you feel you are to other people?

a homeless person would always mostly feel like a burden therefore rank this low.

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Gospel of Matthew (7:12)

“In everything, do to others what you would have them do to you."

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The Buddha, Udana-Varga 5.18 – 6th century BC

“Whatever is disagreeable to yourself, do not do unto others”

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“Not one of you truly believes until you wish for others that which you wish for yourself.”

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The golden rule of Hinduism is “Don't do unto others what you don't want done unto you; wish for others what you wish for yourself”. This is very similar to the Christian one, in both others should be valued and treated as you do yourself.

Hindus believe that 'each person is intrinsically divine and the purpose of life is to seek and realise the divinity within all of us.'

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The golden rule of Judaism is "You shall not take vengeance or bear a grudge against your kinsfolk. Love your neighbor as yourself." This is also somewhat similar to the Christian rule, with the comparison of don't do to others what you wouldn't do to yourself. The Jewish also believe forgiveness is of great importance.

Jews believe that 'life is to embody Torah, the living word of the living God addressed to all creation through the life and experience of Am Yisrael'.

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I think my golden rule would be something along the lines of 'Assume everyone has their own struggles, be compassionate to everyone'. I believe that everyone will respond to things differently depending on their present situation and past, and keeping an open mind and heart will help you to be the most kind version of yourself.

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Examples:

1. The Good Samaritan

Summary: Jesus was trying to teach that you should love your neighbour and to treat them as you would like to be treated. Even though you may have differences and may sometimes not get along, you should be kind and treat others as though they are a member of your family.

2. The Story of Zacchaeus (Tax Collector)

Summary: Zacchaeus was the top tax collector in Jericho, however not known as a good person and took a lot from the poor. When Jesus visited his town he climbed a sycamore tree to see Him. Jesus requested to see his home, where he gave away half of everything he owned. Zacchaeus was treated with dignity by Jesus, despite his past, which affected his attitude going forward.

3. The Woman Caught in Adultery

Summary: A woman caught in adultery is brought before Jesus. Her accusers want him to condemn her according to the law. Jesus, however, challenges them and ultimately tells the woman, "Go and sin no more." This story emphasizes that people who make mistakes are not defined by those mistakes and deserve a second chance.

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Helping out those in need - Bible Verses

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Helping out those in need - Bible Verses

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1. Hebrews 6:10

“God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them.” This verse explains that helping others-for example a homeless or struggling person-even in a way others do not notice or without the expectation of praise in return, will be noticed and rewarded by God.

2. GALATIANS 5:13

“You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love.” This verse can be related to financial freedom, where if you have been blessed in a way where you are financially privileged, you should use that to help and serve others.

3. GALATIANS 6:2

“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” Life is extremely difficult without anyone to support you, provide support for others at every opportunity.

4. MATTHEW 5:42

“Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.” When you are called to help others, do it, do not procrastinate or overthink your decision because to lend help to those who have asked is never wrong.

5. PROVERBS 3:27

“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act.” Even though no one person can solve all the problems of the world, working as hard as you can to help those around you is always worth it and right.

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drugs and alcohol

abuse

most teens becoming homeless

people call them names (bums, scumbags, junkie etc)

social connections

they live day to day

most of their families dont know where they are nor do they care

They feel like they cant sleep some nights as they are scared of someone hurting them or coming after them

Most have gone months without having a shower

they dont brush their teeth

they dont get jobs because of mental health issues

unstable therefore cant get a job

people think they are unreliable and worthless

no appropriate work clothes

they spend their money on booze and drugs

if ur gonna help someone out buy them kfc and a chocolate

they get beaten up

they get ignored

people stare and judge

they are suicidal

a kind word goes a long way

checking in is a big thing for them

homelessness is not the worst thing that could happen to them because they had to get out of the horrible situations they were living in

homelessness was the worst thing because they had kids and they thought they deserved better

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a common link is that many people suffered with tough family situations, abuse, death of family -many became homeless during their teen years.

some struggles with drug and alcohol abuse/addiction.

the price of housing/renting/ accommodation is also an issue.

during the day, many have families to care for, some attend school, access public services (e.g. libraries), spend time with friends, work, others 'just survive, just breathe'.

when the weather is bad, some sleep in cars, under shelters, at friends houses, others 'don't care' and sleep in the rain.

many family members don't care, are ashamed, or are unable to help. other times the homeless themselves feel ashamed and want to prove that they are adults and can care from themselves.

hygiene is difficult, showers are hard to access, some clean themselves in basins, ponds, lakes, etc. but its not a priority for most. some don't brush their teeth because it is so insignificant.

sex and intimacy is not a priority,

many don't get a job because of mental health issues, physical health, history of abuse and addiction.

there is a stigma that homeless employees are unreliable and not trustworthy.

most do not spend money on drugs/ alcohol, and that did not pay any factor into their situation, however those that do stated that they wanted to do it to 'forget' their situation and problems.

'violence is a part of being homeless'

many homeless people have been beat up or taken advantage of, and are always cautious about what might happen. some have been hurt by people who are just looking to start something or think its entertaining.

many people just ignore homeless people, they are too wrapped up in their own lives, however others don't want to be noticed because they are ashamed.

when people help it is always appreciated and remembered.

many don't believe being homeless is the worse thing that can happen to them, they believe dying, being injured, their love ones being hurt, etc. are worse. what some people escaped before becoming homeless is worse.

some people do believe it is the worse thing, often if they have children or dependents they feel they can't care for.

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1. "1,723 people who experience homelessness on the Gold Coast on any given day according the to 2016 Census."

2. 25,504 (20.8%) are aged from 25 to 34 years, 17,646 (14.4%) are aged under 12 years, 17,085 (13.9%) are aged from 35 to 44 years.

3. Minimum average is 19 months (almost 2 years), however it is also stated to be 4.6 years on average.

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Stories of Homelessness + Charities and Services

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Stories of Homelessness + Charities and Services

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The article describes a woman named Joanne who is homeless on the Gold Coast in Australia. She lives in a makeshift shelter in a park with her partner. They became homeless due to a combination of reasons, including high rent prices. Joanne misses having a home and wants to be able to be a good mom to her daughter. She hopes to be back in a house by her next birthday. It also talks about how homelessness is a growing problem on the Gold Coast. There are many charities that help people who are homeless, but the demand for services is increasing.

Joanne and her husband do not have dignity in the way they are living, they have no sense or stability or safety.

Several charities could help Joanne in this situations, including; Gold Coast Homeless Network (GCHN), St. Johns Crisis Centre (SJCC), and Orange Sky.

GCHN helps the most vulnerable to get access to "housing, support services and healthcare", and could help Joanne in that way.

SJCC could have helps Joanne before she became homeless as they provide "rent assistance" and financial aid.

Orange Sky provides laundry services, showers/hygiene assistance and someone to talk to, all of which Joanne could likely benefit from.

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The Gold Coast Homelessness Network hopes to do several things in the community, including:

Collaboration: They work to connect different groups that address homelessness, like government agencies, service providers, and the community.

Service: Their mission is to reduce homelessness by supporting the work of service providers.

Prevention: They aim to prevent people from falling into homelessness in the first place.

Visibility: They want to raise awareness about homelessness on the Gold Coast.

These values all contribute to their overall goal of creating a community where homelessness is "rare, brief, and non-recurring".

They help the homeless to find services such as housing and financial aid, and connect them with charities which provide food, shelter, clothing, job opportunities, etc. GCHN also supports and advocated for other charities.