2.1. Initial Solutions and Their Failures

Try these first

1. 1.

   Why might advertisements use fear to get people to act?

   Hint

   Think about how fear affects decision-making.

2. 2.

   What is one potential negative outcome of using fear in messages?

   Hint

   Consider what happens when people feel overwhelmed.

3. 3.

   What is the primary goal of fear in advertisements?

   • To entertain
   • To create awareness
   • To promote apathy

   Hint

   Consider the intention behind raising awareness.

4. 4.

   True or False: Increased fear can lead to fatalism.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how people might respond to overwhelming fear.

5. 5.

   Analyze a health campaign that uses fear tactics. What additional strategies would you recommend?

   Hint

   Consider elements beyond just warnings.

6. 6.

   Create a proposal for a disaster preparedness initiative focusing on community involvement. What key components would it include?

   Hint

   Think about how participants can feel invested.