Abstract In this article, the writer examines the history of vice-advertising. The writer then looks at how it has paralleled and departed from general advertising, and how regulation has shaped the industry. The writer points out that the amazing thing about vices, both big and small, is that there has always been a demand for them and there always will be, regardless of the fact that they are not necessities - and thus competition between suppliers can be quite fierce. The writer notes that vice advertising has always had a struggle - getting people to buy what they don't need and getting them hooked so as to keep them coming back. The writer concludes that advertising vice requires titillation of one or more senses to such a degree that natural disinclination toward involvement in a vice is overcome, and throughout history, the vice-advertisers have successfully accomplished this.
From the Paper "The big three vices, tobacco, alcohol and gambling, are widely advertised today in a broad variety of media outlets. Additional vices, such as prostitution, continue to be popular with consumers, but they do not enjoy the ability to be advertised on a wide scale. When it comes to these three, however, there are quite significant differences in how each is advertised, and how each is presented to the consumer. When we look at the history of advertising for tobacco, alcohol and gambling, we can see that vice has never needed or wanted to be subtle. You don't find cigarette ads hidden in philosophy or metaphors - you see cool people smoking. You don't beer commercials not showing the beer - you see the people you want to be friends with not drinking their beer, but acting like it's great. You see people young and old having a grand time in casinos showing the kind of excitement gambling, drinking, smoking, and being entertained can be. Vice advertising is, by its nature, about exciting the appetite, about creating a connection between the consumer and the product that overrides moral objections, titillates, and drives desire - much like any other advertisement does."
Abstract This paper answers several questions about tobacco and the societal response to the use of tobacco. The writer notes first that tobacco is a legal product and remains so in spite of clear evidence of the deleterious health effects associated with its use, while other harmful products are controlled or outlawed entirely. The writer points out that alcohol is controlled, for instance, and heroin is outlawed. The writer maintains that in both cases, a reason can be cited: they not only contribute to poor health, but they alter mental functioning so that the user poses a direct threat to the public.
From the Paper "Tobacco is a legal product and remains so in spite of clear evidence of the deleterious health effects associated with its use, while other harmful products are controlled or outlawed entirely. Alcohol is controlled, for instance, and heroin is outlawed. In both cases, a reason can be cited - they not only contribute to poor health, but they alter mental functioning so that the user poses a direct threat to the public. Still, the argument has been raised that tobacco should be controlled because of the health costs to society, while others argue from the liberty standpoint that people should be free to use a product that harms them if that is their wish. At the same time, it could be argued that all such substances should be legalized given that any safety risk is largely speculative for most users. Alcohol is controlled, but it is not outlawed."
A paper which overviews compulsive gambling, gives examples of addictive gamblers behavioral patterns and finally lists common and extreme treatments for compulsive gamblers.
Abstract This paper begins by describing addictive gambling and what causes it. It then cites various examples of compulsive gamblers and the devastation that they have experienced as a result of their adiction. It explains their behavioral problems and patterns. Finally the paper lists resources such a Gamblers Anonymous and other treatments available for compulsive gambling.
From the Paper "Many people today suffer from a variety of addictions. The first assumption commonly related with addiction is substance abuse, addiction to a drug or alcohol. While drug and alcohol abuse are serious issues that people battle with everyday, there is an emerging addiction that is similar to substance abuse with effects that are just as devastating. Addiction to gambling is a serious problem that is plaguing our country slowly and unnoticeably. Not only is gambling addicting for some people, it can have devastating effects on the addict and the addict's family. Evidence supports the probability that many people are not aware of the increase of gambling addicts in society and furthermore are unaware of the effects of problem gambling. However, after studies of problem gamblers involving what drives a gambling addict, there are resources to help cure addictive gamblers."
Tags: Pathological, legalized, lottery, Atlantic, City, casino, alcoholism
Abstract The paper discusses whether tobacco advertisements and sales should have stricter laws. The paper explains that dating back to President Clinton, presidents and the Congress has passed laws on restricting tobacco sells and restricting tobacco advertisements. Yet, the paper presents statistics that show the number of people who smoke remains about the same. The paper maintains that as the lives of children, teenagers and adults are at stake from the danger of tobacco products, more restrictions need to be placed on selling tobacco products and restricting advertisement of tobacco products.
From the Paper ""Of all drugs, legal and illegal, tobacco is the greatest killer" even though there are restrictions on tobacco products (Tobacco laws). Dating back to President Clinton, presidents and the Congress has passed laws on restricting tobacco sells and restricting tobacco advertisements. Yet, the statistics of people who smoke remain about the same. As the lives of children, teenagers, and adults are at stake from the danger of tobacco products, more restrictions need to be placed on selling tobacco products and restricting advertisement of tobacco products. "When President Bill Clinton announced in August his intention to implement Food and Drug Administration restrictions on the selling of cigarettes, he hastened to assure the nation's tobacco growers that he felt their pain" (Goldman 25)."
Abstract This report provides evidence-based arguments as to whether internet gambling should be banned in Australia. The paper lists the features of three on-line gambling sites and rates them in terms of minimising harm from excessive gambling. The paper then concludes that despite the recent surgence in the number of Internet gambling sites, the Australian government should work to put a stop to it, or at least restrict the ways in which gambling sites become active.
From the Paper "Internet gambling is a form of interactive gambling through a communication channel such as computer terminal, television or telephone (Productivity Commission's Inquiry Report 2001). Although the use of Internet gambling has increased dramatically over the past few years, there are many disadvantages associated with it. The general benefits and drawbacks of Internet gambling are evaluated below."
Abstract This paper focuses on the issue of gambling and addiction in Australia. The paper defines problem or addictive gambling as an incapacitating disorder that often results in one's failure to maintain financial solvency. The writer of this paper delves into the various causes of this particular addiction which are often triggered by social pressures as well as the biochemistry and psychology of particular individuals. This paper looks at the biological causes in which an addicted gambler appears to have a greater biological or chemical need for arousal or relaxation when compared to a non-addicted person. The writer discusses the various types of personalities that are more susceptible to becoming addicted to gambling and the social demographics that also impact the venue of gambling behavior.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Gambling in Australia Today: Causes and Solutions
Conclusion
Works Cited
From the Paper "Certain social demographics impact the venue of gambling behavior. Younger gamblers are more apt to use the Internet. Women are more likely to use slot machines than bet on sports. Lower income individuals use slot machines rather than horse racing. Yet, not every group gambles equally often, demographically. Protestants seem less likely to gamble than Catholics. Culture plays a role, and demographics affect the choice gambling venue method. Yet when new forms of gambling are introduced, there is an overall increase in gambling. The method of gambling may also influence the likelihood of abuse."
Tags: social, culture, gambling, behavior, psychologicial, addiction, australia
Abstract This paper discusses the issue of gambling related crime and solutions to the problem. The paper discusses historical evidence that society has never been directly involved in ending the issue, and that over time gambling has become more apparent in society, and with it, so has gambling related crime.
From the Paper "Throughout history gambling has been an inclusion in society that has elicited concern from many, and indifference from others. Politicians have traditionally conceded the fact that gambling as a public recreation has caused some difficulties in the masses. They have even discussed the fact that they believe that gambling might be acceptable - as long as only those that possess the wealth to support their bets practice gambling. As casinos have now been constructed in many States in America, those closest to these gambling institutions address the issue of gambling related crime almost daily. However, politicians, and government officials contend that there is not enough evidence to support programs that are State, or Federally funded which would reduce, or stop gambling related crime, or provide solutions to those who wish to escape their addictions."
Abstract This considers some of the legal and moral issues of internet gampling. The paper takes a look at whether people have the right to gamble online and whether the government should step in and prohibit gambling on the Internet. The author also examines the moral and ethical concerns of Internet gambling.
From the Paper "Gambling on the Internet seems to be taking a life of its own. Last year, Internet Gambling alone brought in approximately $600 million. This number is expected to rise to about $955 million for 2001. By the year 2003, over $10 billion will have been gambled online. Internet gambling is a reality. An adult sits at his personal computer, accesses the Internet and engages in an on-line activity that hurts nobody. But the government disapproves of what he is doing and wants to charge him with a crime that carries a fine and a prison sentence. This is the scenario in the U.S. today."
Abstract This paper deals with a proposed memorandum drafted to the CEO of Procter and Gamble relating the state of the company and what is deemed necessary to sustain Procter and Gamble's place within the market. The writer points out that the document is written as if it were solicited by Procter and Gamble's CEO for review and marketing purposes. The conclusion of this article is that Procter and Gamble's market share is very sustainable.
From the Paper "Procter and Gamble touches the lives of billions of people throughout the world each day. Since the company's founding in 1837, Procter and Gamble has been committed to providing products of superior quality at a reasonable price so as to improve the respective lives of its consumers. The continuity of service from Proctor and Gamble to the public is such that it is evident that the company has been malleable throughout its history so as to withstand both changes in the marketplace and changes in consumer needs. That said, as Procter and Gamble nears its one hundred seventieth year of service, the need to change and willingness to change at the very top level of the organization must continue to exist."
Abstract In this essay, the writer discusses the policy of the BC Government regarding gambling. The writer notes that in some countries gambling is not permitted and that the BC Government has however allowed the gambling pursuit. In this paper the writer examines the policies of the current liberal BC Government and discusses that gambling practices have in fact expanded, in spite of government promises to the contrary.
From the Paper "Many people object to gambling on the basis that it is immoral, or that it encourages people to develop problem gambling behaviors. Due to this fact, some governments permit gambling and some do not. The BC Government does permit it, but under regulated conditions. The current Liberal BC Government promised not to allow gambling to expand, but as one can see from an examination of its policies, it has allowed gambling to expand, contrary to its promises. The current Liberal BC government campaigned on the issue of gambling, vowing to stop it from expanding further."
Abstract A brief argumentative paper which presents the views of sports colleges in Nevada wanting to allow for legalized gambling on its campus. The paper shows that even though gambling is legal throughout the State, if legislation comes into effect, it could put an end to gambling on campus all together. The writer examines the pros and cons of such a law.
From the Paper "In Nevada sports books, gambling on college sports is currently allowed for every team in the nation, except Nevada's own college teams. Legislators have proposed new laws that would outlaw gambling on any college sports. This would affect Nevada's economy in a wide variety of ways.
"For the year 2001, total gaming revenue in the State of Nevada totaled $9,468,598,681. Of that total, "More than one-half of total General Fund [$105.85 million] spending is targeted for education. Of that, $1.2 billion represents the State's General Fund obligation to the Distributive School Account, the funding mechanism through which State monies are distributed to school districts" (Comeaux). The amount budgeted for education in the 2001-2003 biennium is $2,000.3 million dollars, half of which is $1,000,150, which is 10.5 percent of the annual gaming revenue."
Abstract This essay discusses how gambling has finally entered the computer world. This new phenomenon has led to the potential of an increase in the social problem of gambling addiction. The government, therefore, is faced not only with a new regulation challenge, but also with the responsibility of trying to prevent and heal gambling addictions.
Abstract This paper is a causal argument showing how gambling causes debt, which leads to crime. The dynamic of gambling's effect on the gambler is explained, and statistics are cited showing the connection between gambling and crime.
From the Paper "Although many people view gambling as harmless fun the fact is that it becomes an addictive behavior for a large proportion of people People who are capable of gambling just for fun without becoming addicted find it hard to understand what can ..."
Abstract This research paper examines the issue of online gambling in North America. Specific attention is paid to the technological underpinnings necessary to operate an Internet gambling site, the overall demand for gambling driving the rise in the number of such sites and the fact that operating such a site is illegal both in the U.S. and Canada. This legal barrier unfortunately renders the question of how much revenues will grow in North America moot.
Abstract This paper examines pathological gambling as a disease. The author examines the various stages that one undergoes, the threats that gambling imposes and the different symptoms and solutions to the disorder.
From the Paper "Pathological gambling is often called a "hidden addiction" since prominent indications such as needle tracks or impaired conversation skills cannot be observed in this disorder. However, pathological gambling can be as destructive as other forms of addiction such as chemical dependency. Some similarities can be found between pathological gambling and chemical dependency. For example, many of those compulsive gamblers experience an inability to stop the addiction, severe depression, mood swings, and low self-esteem just as many drug addicts or alcoholics do. Also the characteristics of pathological gambling- the sudden euphoria and the marked dysphoria- are similar to the characteristics of dependency on cocaine."
