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An analytical exposition text is a type of text that presents arguments and evidence to support a

point of view or a thesis statement. The purpose of an analytical exposition text is to persuade the
reader to agree with the writer's position or to take action on an issue. Here is an example of an
analytical exposition text about bullying:

Bullying is a serious problem that affects many children and teenagers in schools and online. Bullying
can be defined as the repeated and intentional use of power or aggression to harm, intimidate, or
humiliate someone who is perceived as weaker or different. Bullying can take various forms, such as
physical, verbal, social, or cyberbullying. Bullying can have negative impacts on the victims, the
bullies, and the bystanders. Therefore, bullying should be prevented and stopped by all means.

One of the impacts of bullying is that it can cause physical and psychological harm to the victims. The
victims of bullying may suffer from injuries, bruises, headaches, stomachaches, or other health
problems. They may also experience anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, loneliness, fear, or
suicidal thoughts. According to a study by the World Health Organization, bullied students are more
likely to report poor health, mental health problems, and lower life satisfaction than non-bullied
students. Moreover, bullying can affect the victims' academic performance and attendance. The
victims may have difficulty concentrating, lose interest in learning, or skip school to avoid the bullies.
A report by the U.S. Department of Education found that 15% of students who were bullied reported
that they missed school because of bullying.

Another impact of bullying is that it can also harm the bullies themselves. The bullies may develop
aggressive, antisocial, or criminal behaviors that can persist into adulthood. They may have trouble
forming positive relationships with others, respecting authority, or following rules. They may also
face legal consequences or disciplinary actions for their actions. A study by the University of Virginia
found that bullies were more likely to engage in substance abuse, vandalism, theft, or violence than
non-bullies. Furthermore, bullying can damage the bullies' self-image and self-worth. The bullies
may bully others to cope with their own insecurities, frustrations, or problems. They may lack
empathy, compassion, or remorse for their victims. They may also suffer from guilt, shame, or regret
for their actions.

A third impact of bullying is that it can affect the bystanders as well. The bystanders are the people
who witness or know about the bullying but do not intervene or help the victims. The bystanders
may feel helpless, scared, or guilty for not doing anything. They may also become desensitized,
indifferent, or apathetic to the bullying. A study by the University of British Columbia found that
bystanders who witnessed bullying had higher levels of anxiety and depression than those who did
not. On the other hand, the bystanders can also play a positive role in preventing or stopping
bullying. The bystanders can support the victims, report the bullying, or confront the bullies. A study
by the University of Turku found that bullying decreased by 50% when bystanders intervened on
behalf of the victims.
In conclusion, bullying is a serious problem that has negative impacts on the victims, the bullies, and
the bystanders. Bullying can cause physical and psychological harm, academic and social problems,
and legal and moral issues. Bullying can also affect the health, happiness, and well-being of everyone
involved. Therefore, bullying should be prevented and stopped by all means. Everyone has a
responsibility to create a safe, respectful, and supportive environment where bullying is not
tolerated. Everyone has a right to be treated with dignity, kindness, and respect. Everyone has a
power to make a difference.

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