Parents criminal past and drug use

[MWolf]

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@MWolf: Very interesting perspective.

Dealing with adversity has a maturing effect on individuals & also develops different perspectives. Both should be valued qualities in any community of learners.

I agree with you, however, I think that it would be better as the focus of a letter of recommendation. As the theme of an essay, I think that there are potentially too many ways in which it could harm the OP’s chances.