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This study investigates how often substances like alcohol, cigarettes, hookah, marijuana, and e-cigarettes appear in popular music videos on YouTube. It covers six music genres from 2014 to 2020, aiming to understand trends and promotional practices.
The findings can help public health officials, policymakers, and educators develop strategies to reduce youth exposure to substance promotion in media.
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View Original SourceMedia exposure to substance use can influence youth behavior and perceptions. Understanding how often and in what context these substances are portrayed helps inform prevention efforts.
This research highlights the role of popular culture in shaping attitudes towards substances, emphasizing the need for responsible media practices and targeted public health interventions.
Portrayals of substances in music videos can normalize their use among young audiences, potentially increasing initiation and consumption. Monitoring these trends is vital for developing effective prevention strategies.
Reducing exposure to such portrayals can contribute to lower rates of substance use and related health issues among youth populations.
Findings can guide policymakers in regulating media content and promoting responsible advertising, especially in media consumed by adolescents.
Implementing guidelines for substance portrayal in music videos may help mitigate their influence on vulnerable groups.
یہ مطالعہ موسیقی ویڈیوز میں شراب، سگریٹ، ہُکا، مارِیجوانا، اور ای-سگریٹ کے استعمال کی نمائش کا جائزہ لیتا ہے جو 2014 سے 2020 تک مختلف موسیقی کے انداز میں دیکھی گئی۔
اس تحقیق کا مقصد یہ سمجھنا ہے کہ یہ نمائشیں وقت کے ساتھ کس طرح بدل رہی ہیں اور ان میں برانڈ کی نمائش اور مشہوری کے طریقے کیا ہیں، تاکہ صحت عامہ کے اقدامات کو بہتر بنایا جا سکے۔
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