In what ways does advertising affect us?

[klassicdoll]

Advertising uses status symbols and psychological tricks to appeal to people's inner anxieties and insecurities in order to get them to purchase goods and services. Understanding this is a fundamental first step in deciding what to buy and what not to buy.

 

[eLdavis]

Advertising speaks to people emotionally, this way they are able to relate with the products and believe this is what they need.