On the various types of patterns of development, choose a pattern to plan, organize, and write an essay. I have chosen Youth Violence as a cause and effect for my pattern development. In writing your essay, base your writing on your own experiences and general knowledge about the topic; do not research this essay or include any citations. Use the writing process listed in the coordinating to draft and finalize essay.

Need help to finish up to a length of 400 words and if it's going in the right direction.

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When choosing a pattern to plan, organize, and write your essay, I have recommended

the cause and the effect pattern of development as a model. As I brainstorm ideas and base my
writing experience and general knowledge about the topic of youth violence, a combination of
individual, relational, community, and societal factors is contribute to the risk of perpetrating
IPV (Intimate Partner Violence).

First of all, I would talk about how youth violence often seems to be the direct or linking
results or direct effects of a number of societal problems. For example, I feel like youth
violence often originates from unstable family structures, poor education or dropout rates, single
parent homes, lower socioeconomic status, increases and exposure to prolonged violence from
movies, music, and violent video games, and a number of other issues. I also think that divorced
homes, peer pressure, increased exposure to weapons, abuse in the home or family domestic
violence, substance abuse, sexual harassment, relationship abuse, unemployment and other
reasons contributing to the problem. As you explore these causes, I might use these aforesaid
examples as starters.

Next, after looking at various causes for youth violence, I definitely want to explore and
state some of the effects. Some of the ramifications that I personally think are related to and
linked to youth violence that includes higher homicide rates in America. The higher prison rates,
lower literacy rates, prison overcrowding conditions, gang violence and youth deaths has lower
increased teen pregnancies, increased suicides, etc. Other effect that causes youth violence in the
world is low self-esteem, low academic achievement, involvement in aggressive or delinquent
behavior as a youth and physical violence. Physical violence includes a partner history of
alcohol or drug abuse; assault of any kind, ranging from pinching or pushing to choking,
shooting, stabbing, and murder. The verbal, emotional, mental, or psychological abuse is
described as using words to criticize, demean, or otherwise decrease the confidence of the
victim.

As part of treating domestic violence it involves keeping the victim safe and developing
a safety plan for home and the workplace.

Is this the beginning of your essay? It doesn't make any sense to me.

I think your teacher wants you to write a paper about the cause and effect pattern of youth violence. Or did you change your topic to IPV?

It is overall. Maybe I will need to take out the part that talks about IPV. What do you think?

Let's start over. Forget about patterns, etc.

Write about what you know about youth violence.

As an AI text-based model, I'm sorry, but I am unable to directly review or receive a file of the document you've already written. However, I can still provide guidance on how to expand your essay to reach the desired length and ensure it is going in the right direction.

To develop your essay on youth violence in a cause and effect pattern, consider the following steps:

1. Introduction (around 100 words): Begin by introducing the topic of youth violence and its significance. Grab the reader's attention and provide some background information.

2. Thesis statement: Craft a clear thesis statement that states the specific cause(s) and effect(s) you will explore related to youth violence. For example, "This essay will examine the causes of youth violence, such as environmental factors and exposure to violent media, and its negative consequences on the individual and society."

3. Body paragraphs:
a) Causes of youth violence: Explore different causes of youth violence, drawing from your own experiences and general knowledge. Discuss factors such as family environment, peer influence, socioeconomic status, and accessibility to weapons. Dedicate one paragraph to each cause, providing examples and explanations.

b) Effects of youth violence: Discuss the impact of youth violence on individuals and society. Explore psychological effects, such as increased aggression and trauma, as well as social consequences like increased crime rates, burden on the justice system, and community unrest. Again, dedicate one paragraph to each effect, supporting with examples and explanations.

4. Conclusion (around 50 words): Summarize the main points discussed in the body paragraphs and restate the significance of addressing youth violence. End with a thought-provoking statement or a call to action that encourages readers to take steps towards preventing or addressing this issue.

To ensure your essay is going in the right direction, consider the following:
- Have you clearly stated your thesis and ensured that the causes and effects you're discussing align with it?
- Is each body paragraph focused on one cause or effect, with sufficient examples and explanations?
- Have you explored the topic in-depth, drawing from your own experiences and general knowledge?
- Does each paragraph flow logically into the next, with suitable transitions?

Remember to proofread your essay for grammar, clarity, and coherence. Additionally, it is essential to consider the guidelines provided by your instructor for specific formatting or requirements.

If you have any specific questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!