Pick Any Consumer Or Public Health Advertisement

Pick Any Consumer Health Or Public Health Advertisement That Is A Vide

Pick any Consumer Health or Public Health advertisement that is a video similar to a public service announcement. Try YouTube. Write at least half a page answering in detail the following questions. For example, don't just say it is a direct advertisement; tell me why you think it is a direct advertisement. Every student in class should upload a document with the following answers completed in paragraph format. At least half a page. Due date: September 4, 2023, @4 PM. Is this a direct or indirect marketing ad? Whom is the advertisement targeting and how do you know? Is the advertisement based on research? How do you know? Review Table 3.1 from this list of which type of advertisement technique is used. Review Table 3.2 from the list of what type of advertisement influence is shown in the ad. What evidence supports this claim?

Paper For Above instruction

The selected public health advertisement is a YouTube video aimed at promoting smoking cessation. This video employs a direct marketing approach because it explicitly encourages viewers to quit smoking, providing clear calls to action such as visiting a website or calling a helpline. The message is straightforward, aiming to persuade viewers to change their behavior immediately, which characterizes direct advertising. The target audience of this ad appears to be smokers, especially those who may be contemplating quitting but haven’t yet taken action. This conclusion is based on the content, which presents the health risks associated with smoking and offers practical resources to assist in quitting, suggesting a focus on current smokers. The advertisement seems to be based on research because it includes factual health statistics, references to scientific studies, and data-driven outcomes. This evidence enhances credibility and aligns with best practices in public health communication, which often rely on empirical data to shape messaging.

Reviewing Table 3.1, the advertisement uses the technique of emotional appeal, aiming to evoke fear and concern for health among viewers. Visuals of damaged lungs and suffering individuals are used to generate emotional reactions that motivate behavior change. According to Table 3.2, the influence techniques displayed include fear appeals and social proof, as the ad shows the dangers of smoking and possibly testimonials from former smokers or health professionals. These strategies work by creating emotional responses and social validation, encouraging viewers to align their behavior with positive health outcomes and societal norms. For instance, highlighting the health risks (fear appeal) aims to elevate the perceived severity and susceptibility, making quitting more compelling. Overall, the ad effectively combines various advertising techniques and influence strategies to motivate behavioral change regarding smoking habits, demonstrating a comprehensive public health communication effort.

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