Two very different topics for adversity essay?

I am unsure as to which topic is better for the essay asking for times I have overcome adversity and what I learned from it. The two I am debating between are: 1) Dealing with a close relative's addiction problem. I would talk about how it was a very difficult and confusing time for our family and then elaborate about how it taught me empathy, to consider the uncontrollable factors in a person's life that leads to mental disorders, and that you need to meet people where they and understand... Two very different topics for adversity essay?
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