Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

The impact of advertisements could be a very controversial topic nowadays. While some
people
may think that commercials have become more influential, others may believe that they have turned us to be more cautious. Personally, I agree with both notions to some extent as will be illustrated in the following paragraphs. On the one hand, it is undeniable that promotions on social media have a profound effect on
people
’s preferences and consumption habits. In my opinion, Instagram and Facebook short videos or photos,
for instance
, are extremely successful tools in directing consumers’ demands unconsciously, especially, when it comes to fashion and beauty. Having
people
posting their costumes, beauty services, and products, and being watched by millions all over the world, encourages many
people
to follow the same path and seek what others have, regardless of being a genuine addition to their life.
Moreover
, some specialists and doctors promote their services online,
such
as the “before and after “photos of plastic surgeries, which makes them more appealing and demanded by some
people
.
On the other hand
, being faced with a high load of commercials everywhere can create some kind of resistance, which I
also
agree with.
This
can be observed with particular goods.
For example
, supermarkets and restaurants distribute brochures with similar offers and almost an equal net value.
Subsequently
, the place is chosen based on other reasons apart from what is actually being offered,
such
as being nearby, since competition has created a narrow margin of uniqueness.
Additionally
, individuals have developed awareness to evaluate the commodities without rushing to buy them, and the possibility of finding reviews or providing reviews about everything has enforced
this
approach. In conclusion, advertisements have a dual effect, which varies according to the age group and the needs being targeted. I believe that they still play a crucial role that impacts and directs us;
however
, not in all fields.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • persuade
  • promote
  • attract
  • influence
  • impact
  • consumerism
  • commercialism
  • market
  • product
  • brand
  • endorsement
  • manipulative
  • saturated
  • overwhelmed
  • repetitive
  • distracting
  • irrelevant
  • exaggerated
  • misleading
  • desensitized
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