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  • Here are some of the benefits that you could get from learning another language.

  • [Improves Employment Chances.]

  • Learning languages offers an unparalleled insight into other people and other cultures.

  • There's even research to suggest that companies value intercultural and language skills very highly.

  • So, learning a new language could be a huge advantage for your career.

  • [Improves mental health.]

  • Learning languages can also help you to deal with stress and other mental health issues.

  • Research shows that, by learning a language, you can actually delay the onset of dementia by 4.5 years on average.

  • The NHS even recommends it as a way to actively fight depression.

  • [Improves Brain Power.]

  • Finally, learning languages is a great way to broaden your mind and make you a better lateral thinker.

  • That means that people who learn languages are not just good at word puzzles, but they're also good at maths and arithmetics.

  • Share your language-learning tips and experiences by leaving a comment below, and make sure you check out the other videos in this series.

Here are some of the benefits that you could get from learning another language.

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