Some people say that advertising has positive economic effects. Others think it has negative social effects because it will make people feel dissatisfied with who they are and what they have. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
广告有正面作用
Whether inside the home or out, people are regularly bombarded by advertisements. Though not everyone enjoys seeing ads on TV or billboards, some believe they contribute positively to the economy. But others are quick to disagree, claiming that advertising is negatively affecting society.
As a method to inform the public, many people believe that advertising is greatly helping the economy. Without it, companies will have difficulty promoting their products unless customers happen to spot what is offered at the store.
Furthermore, advertising encourages people to spend, allowing the economy to grow. If people are not persuaded to use services and products, companies will not earn, causing people to lose their jobs, which drastically affects society.
However, not everyone agrees that advertising is helpful. One negative is that many people’s self-esteem is suffering because of advertising. Rather than presenting ordinary people, advertisers choose good-looking and fit models, giving viewers the impression that they must look the same. Luxury items are also heavily marketed, causing envy or depression to people who cannot afford them.
The second drawback is wasteful spending. As people are enticed to buy the latest items, old products are discarded. Many times, the unwanted items end up in the garbage heap.
In my view, advertising serves a purpose since the economy cannot flourish if no one is buying anything. The citizens also cannot improve their lives if they are unaware of the better or cheaper options available to them. However, the negative issues must be addressed. If advertisers cannot be mandated to modify how they create their ads, then educators and parents must be proactive in reassuring young people that what they see in ads is not the reality.
Moreover, wise spending should be promoted to avoid excessive spending and further wastage. In this way, advertising can help the economy grow without adversely affecting the citizens and the environment.