Advertising is Harmful: Unveiling

the Dark Side of Marketing

Isaac Mayo

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What are we going to talk
about?
1. Introduction
2. Psychological Manipulation
3. Consumer Culture and Materialism
4. Distortion of Reality
5. Impact on Society
6. Ethical Considerations
7. Alternatives and Solutions
8. Case Studies
9. Conclusion

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Introduction
Definition of Advertising Ubiquity of Advertising in Daily Life

Definition: Advertising is a form of Omnipresent Environment

communication designed to persuade an Statistical Insight → On average,
audience to take some action, typically individuals encounter advertisements per
purchasing a product or service. day is more than one in an hour,
Diversity of Forms: Advertising takes contributing to the constant influence of
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various forms, including print, digital, advertising on daily decisions.
television, radio, and social media. Purpose of advertising
Businesses while also contributing to societal well-
being → Conflict

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 Psychological
Manipulation
Children and Advertising
Advertisers target vulnerabilities, particularly in children, to
influence consumer behavior.

Impact on Self-Esteem and Body

Image
The impact of advertising on self-esteem and body image,
contributing to unrealistic standards.

The Role of Subliminal Messaging

The use of subliminal messaging as a subtle but powerful
tool in shaping consumer choices.

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Consumer Culture and
Materialism
Creating Unrealistic
Expectations
The creation of unrealistic
expectations by advertising,
impacting consumer
perceptions and satisfaction.
Encouraging Impulse
Buying
The role of advertising in
encouraging impulse buying
and its consequences on
personal finances and well-
being.

Disposal Culture and

Environmental
Consequences
The connection between advertising, consumer culture,
and environmental issues, particularly the promotion of a
disposable mindset.
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 Distortion of Reality
Misleading Advertisements
• The prevalence of misleading advertising through false
claims and exaggerations.
• The use of photo manipulation and airbrushing to create
unrealistic images in advertising.

Influence on Perceptions of Beauty, Success, and

Happiness
• The influence of advertising on societal perceptions of
beauty, success, and happiness, impacting individual
well-being and aspirations.

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 Impact on Society

Reinforcing Contributing to Unhealthy Competition

Stereotypes
The role of advertising in
perpetuating stereotypes
and influencing societal
perceptions..
Social Inequality
The contribution of advertising
to social inequality through
differential marketing
approaches.
Among Brands
The impact of intense brand
competition on advertising practices
and the broader societal landscape

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 Ethical Considerations

Manipulation vs.
Informed Choices Balancing Need for Ethical
Business Interests Standards in
and Ethical Advertising?
Responsibility

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Alternatives and Solutions

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 Conclusions

Call to Action: Raising Balancing the Need for Profit

Recap of Negative Impacts Awareness and Demanding
Change with Societal Well-being

From reinforcing stereotypes to

By spreading awareness, The challenge lies in finding a
fostering materialistic culture, these
demanding transparency, and delicate balance between business
negative impacts call for reflection
supporting ethical initiatives, we can interests and societal well-being
and action.
collectively shape a future where
advertising serves both profit and
the well-being of society

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