A Testimonial Ad for a First Alert Carbon Monoxide (CO)

question 116

Multiple Choice

A testimonial ad for a First Alert carbon monoxide (CO) detector features parents who are discussing the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning and how purchasing and using the advertised product can avert disaster. Such advertisements use

• A) compassionate appeals.
• B) guilt appeals.
• C) family appeals.
• D) fear appeals.
• E) coercive appeals.

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Definitions:

Family Systems Therapy

A therapeutic approach focusing on understanding and treating individuals within the context of their family units, recognizing and addressing patterns and relationships that impact mental health.

Humanistic Therapy

A type of psychotherapy that emphasizes personal growth and self-fulfillment through self-exploration and self-acceptance.

Anxiety

An emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical changes like increased blood pressure, relating to anticipation of a feared event or situation.

Freudian Methods

Techniques used in psychoanalysis developed by Sigmund Freud, focusing on uncovering unconscious motivations and conflicts driving human behavior.