Theories of Advertising

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Following are the various theories on advertising

Value Addition Theory
It was propounded by Martin Myer. This theory – 2 parts-
1.Adding value,not inherent to the product- e.g. Kurlon Mattress- sound sleep.
2.Creating additional value to the product- e.g.Parle biscuits- cleverness.


Emotion Theory

It was propounded by Plutchik. Stated that there are basic 8 emotions.
The basic eight emotions are:
fear - feeling afraid. Other words are terror (strong fear), shock, phobia (fear of one thing)

anger - feeling angry. Another word is rage. One can be angry with themselves or with others.

sorrow - feeling sad. Other words are sadness, grief (a stronger feeling, for example when someone has died) or

depression (feeling sad for a long time). Some people think depression is a different emotion.

joy - feeling happy. Other words are happiness, glee (when something good happens to someone or something bad happens to someone else), gladness.

disgust - feeling something is wrong or dirty.

acceptance - feeling happy with something.

anticipation - feeling happy because of something in the future.

surprise - how one feels when something happens quickly or when someone did not think it would happen.

Anticipation- Dream ads ( about the future)- e.g. Frankfinn flying school, Mutual Funds, Banks

Acceptance- An individual being accepted by society, a group- Fair & Lovely fairness creams,

Surprise- Total shock- Tide detergent, Vim Liquid, Rin advanced

Joy- Happy state, celebration moments- Jewellery ad, Cadbury chocolates

Anger- Ads that show anger- All out mosquito repellent

Fear- afraid- Saffola oil

Sadness- Partially sad at times- Airtel

Disgust- Feeling something is wrong - Itch guard



Advertising Effect Theory

Belief that does not exist in society is shown all the time and thus getting people to believe;e.g. Diamonds- Diamonds are forever, Pepsodent- Brushing teeth frequently.

Behavior is a result of a person’s coordination with the environment. Advertisements are aimed at striking & changing the behavior of people.
 
Disadvantages of Advertising

(1) Adds to Costs

(2) Undermines Social Values

(3) Confound the Buyers

(4) Encourages Sale of Products

(5) Some Advertisement is in Bad Taste and flaws
 
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