does television advertising potray women in a negative manner?

Question

does television advertising potray women in a negative manner?

Answer 1

I don't know if it is negative, but completely wrong.

I refuse to agree that woman only cares about fashion, makeup and diets.

Answer 2

It depends: If they are trying to sell to guys, they usually potray women just as sex objects and associate their products with these caricature of women.



If they try to sell to homemakers, they potray them as if all women were homemakers, also an stereotype.



However some ads are focused to strong independent women, and they make a good effort in not offending their market, so the answer to your question is some times, but not always.

Answer 3

Yes, most of the time. Media stereotypes (very feminine women/very masculine men) are still a major obstacle when it comes to gender equality in society, and as such a very negative role model for the next generation.

Answer 4

ABSOLUTELY!! When only these "Barbie Doll" models are being used to sell products there is no positive there for us women. I applaud Dove right now because they are going away from this and moving towards the more "real woman" position.

Hopefully other companies will follow this.

Answer 5

no i dont think in a negative way but a unrealistic way the same way it potrays men

Answer 6

Yes.

Answer 7

Of course not - now go get your hair looking decent with that new conditioner ( because your worth it ) .

PS joke

Answer 8

As a woman I would answer yes and no. Yes when they are airbrused and perfect. No when they are portrayed as "REAL". So it's split.

Answer 9

Not if you're bulimic and have sparkling white teeth.

Answer 10

yes, definitely!!!