As a young ten-year-old girl gives birth in Spain, there has been much shock and awe amongst parents and children.
Presented here are a number of influential PSAs that have made a definite positive impact on the issues of sex, drugs and poverty. Hopefully, the important messages they are trying to convey will be fully understood, ensuring that situations like those regarding this young mom are avoided.
Implications - Urban society is overly saturated with advertisements of every sort, making it difficult for consumers to absorb every message. The advertisements that are most effective in conveying their message contain shocking scenarios that spark discussion and are memorable. Companies should consider developing risque ads when developing their marketing campaigns.
49 Influential PSAs
From Drunken Youth Ads to News that a Ten-Year-Old Girl Gives Birth:
Amanda Chang — Nov 3, 2010 — Social Good
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Powerful PSAs
Sexual Abuse
44
Disturbing Anti-Drug Ads
Montana Meth Project
43
Shockvertising Smokefree Campaign
NHS: Get Unhooked
42
Talking Genitals Push Safe Sex
'Rebel Penis' by MTV Staying Alive Campaign
41
Hitting With Words
Domestic Violence: Verbal Abuse
40
Child Shockvertising in PSAs
Anti-Smoking Ads Feature Kids with Adult Hands Holding Cigs
39
Blood Spurting PSAs
The Bangalore Police Ad Campaign Targets Cell Phone Driving Enablers
38
Powerful PSAs
Smoking is Murder
37
Morbid Safe Sex PSAs
‘The Cover' by MTV Staying Alive
36
Bloody-Nosed PSAs
Off-Road Studios Anti-Drug Ads Make You Think Twice About Taking a Hit
35
Values-Based PSAs
Foundation for a Better Life Delivers Inspirational Messages
34
Reverse Psychology PSAs
Don't Vote Campaign Shows Killer Oil Prices
33
Controversial Boob-Saving PSAs
MTV's Aliya-Jasmine Sovani Raises Brows
32
Designer PSAs
Karl Lagerfeld Road Safety Campaign
31
Stomach-Churning Safety Ads
Australian Worksafe PSA
30
Public Peeing PSAs
Joe Media's 'Idle Free' Public Urination Spot is More Than Toilet Humor
29
Cheeky PSAs
Sensoa Teen STD Ad
28
Truck Collision PSAs
Colorado State Patrol Billboard Drives Home 'Don't Tailgate' Message
27
Musical PSA Print Ads
The MTV 'If You, Drink Don't Drive' Campaign Encourages the Arts
26
Biomimicry PSAs
Thai Safe Sex Ad Uses Spiders, Snakes
25
Deathly Food PSAs
The 'Killer Burger' Ad for Road Safety Trust Shows how Food Kills
24
Nude Voting PSAs
Vote Naked Illinois Encourages You to Vote in the Buff
23
Famine Chic PSA
Starving People Sell Luxury
22
Reverse Psychology Election PSAs
A-Listers Say "Don't Vote"
21
Suicidal Anti-Smoking PSAs
Thought-Provoking Help Line Ad
20
Post-It Note Power PSAs
"Plug Out Boy" Inspires You to 'Do the Green Thing' and Unplug
19
Controversially Gory PSAs
The 10:10 Global Campaign Features Horrific Exploding Children
18
Celebrity Cancer Survivor PSAs
Fran Drescher's ‘Cancer Schmancer' Awareness
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Cloning PSAs
Value Artists' 'Cloned' Video Raises Awareness About Copyright Piracy
16
Human Trafficking PSAs
Samilia Foundation ‘Attached to Work' Campaign
15
Macabre Motorist PSAs
Desiree Hahn Shows the Ultimate Consequence of Texting While Driving
14
Awareness For Signs of Sexual Abuse
'Open Your Mouth' PSA
13
Surfer PSAs
'Seventy-One Percent of Earth' Urges You to Protect the Ocean
12
Talking Nostril PSAs
TalkToFrank.com Shows the Dark Side of Cocaine Use
11
Sarcastic PSAs
Will Ferrel & His Hollywood Friends Gang Up on Insurance Companies
10
Celeb Denim PSAs
Ashley Green and Justin Long Want Your Pants for Teensforjeans
9
Congo Crisis Awareness PSAs
Celebs Lend Voices to Aid Congolese Women
8
Tennis Pro PSAs
John McEnroe Teams Up With PETA on Neutering Issue
7
Shocking POV PSAs
'Animal Visuals' Gives You a Bird's Eye View Into Egg Industry
6
Terrifying Rainfall PSAs
The Solidarite Water Billboard Will Shock You
5
Overzealous PSAs
1979 Swine Flu PSA Evokes Laughter Instead of Fear
4
Satirical Space PSAs
Technological Jokes in Commemoration of Moon Landing
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Shocking Domestic Violence PSAs
Keira Knightley Headlines Disturbing Women's Aid Film
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Ringtones for AIDS Awareness
Bill & Melinda Gates Funded Indian PSA
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Satirical Pollution PSAs
The Hong Kong ‘Clean Air Network' Ad is Super Fresh
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Sound-Focused Ice Cream Ads
Magnum Ice Cream Ads Bring the Ultimate Sensory Experience to Life
Empowering Luxury Fashion Campaigns
The Givenchy Spring 2026 Campaign Features Successful Women
Unconventionally Categorized Drinks
Smirnoff ICE Drops a Global Campaign to Celebrate 25 Years
Anti-AI Beer Billboards
Heineken's Latest Ads Poke Fun at AI Friendship Devices
Summer Soda Brand Campaigns
Sprite 'Turns Up the Refreshment' With its Immersive Campaign
Mens Underwear Campaigns
David Beckham Stars in the News BOSS ONE Bodywear Campaign
Debunking Skincare Campaigns
The Periodic Fable by The Ordinary Exposes Beauty Industry Buzzwords
AI-Powered Parenting Texts
Avocado Health Launches Avocado Health SMS Coaching
Sniffable Deodorant Billboards
Sure's Out-of-Home Campaigns Invites Passersby to Take a Whiff
Authentic Mother's Day Commercials
Amazon Boxes Take Center Stage in a Heartfelt Campaign
Star-Backed Alcohol Campaigns
This Dom Pérignon Campaign Unites Creators in an Artistic Tribute
Nostalgic Y2K-Inspired Commercials
Dove Reinterprets 'Don't Cha' with the 'Hot Like Us' Campaign
Sci-Fi Thriller Insurance Ads
State Farm's Severance-Inspired Car Insurance Ad Speaks to Gen Z & X
Elder Athlete-Supported Serum Campaigns
Paula’s Choice Markets Its CellularYouth Longevity Serum
Vibrant Mental Health Campaigns
CDC Has Launched the Playfully Illustrated Free Mind
Authentic Connection Campaigns
Heineken's Hijack Socialization Encourages Out-of-Home Gatherings
Cartoon Pregnancy Gender Reveals
Hasbro Makes a Major Announcement in the Peppa Pig Universe
Substance Use Narrative Shifts
The Missing Issue Offers a New Perspective on Celebrity Struggles
Nationwide Soda Campaigns
America250's Coca-Cola Mini Cans Campaign Spotlight All 50 States
Football Icon-Backed Ads
Michelob ULTRA to Elevate the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ Fan Experience
Night QSR Campaigns
The Mcdonald’s Night Posters Turn Post-Party Cravings into Glowing Urban Art
Gen Z-Themed Soda Campaigns
Pepsi Relation-Sips Showcase Small Gestures This Valentine's Day
College-Focused Accessibility Campaigns
Apple Launched its 'I'm Not Remarkable' Video Ad
Musical Beer Campaigns
Desperados Beer Brings the Latin Vibe with a Dembow Anthem
Drug-Themed April Fool's Gags
Innocean Berlin's Glory Over Pain Corporation Campaign is Satirical
Sensitivity Marketing Campaigns
Cetaphil Teams Up with Lil Wayne for Super Bowl Spot
Provocative Tequila Campaigns
PATRÓN's ‘Censored Truth’ Sheds Light on Transparency
Urban Landscape-Inspired Campaigns
The Casablanca Fall 2025 Advertising Campaign is Interesting
AI-Assisted Business Ads
Google Workspace's 50 States, 50 Stories Shares Small Businesses Using AI
Retail Advertising Campaigns
IKEA Hides Price Tags to Highlight Material Quality in a New Campaign
Self-Discovery Soda Ads
Pepsi The Choice Features a Polar Bear Finding His Taste Preference
Cheeky Sports-Inspired Diaper Campaigns
Huggies Aligns Family Planning with a Major Sports Event
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
Emotional Holiday Campaigns
John Lewis 2025 Christmas Ad Fuse 90s Nostalgia with Family Connection
Age-Appropriate Skincare Pacts
Pacto Skincare Responsável Helps Teens Use the Right Products
Cheeky Bar-Focused Campaigns
Heineken Advocates for Financial Support for Bars with Starring Bars
Customer-Starring Billboards
Bobbie's Campaign Spotlights Moms as "the OG Influencers"
AI Sun Care Billboards
The Burnable Billboard Shows Damage Caused to Human Skin in Real-Time
Emotive Song Campaigns
Sos Songs Uses Technology to Show How Music Reflects Your Emotional State
Gen Z Sun Care Campaigns
indu's Latest Initiative Aims to Improve Teen SPF Application Habits
Sparkling Juice Campaigns
Welch's Break Out The Fancy Juice Celebrates Daily Moments Made Special
Marketer-Targeted Albums
The Spotify Tunetorials Campaign Blurs Education and Entertainment
Soccer-Centric Soda Spots
Pepsi's 'Refresh the Game' Campaign Brings Soccer Icons Together
House Party-Themed Campaigns
Hiders Keepers Shows Stella Artois’ Clever Take on Party Etiquette
Unfiltered Sleep Campaigns
The IKEA Sleep Talk Reviews Campaign Uses Real Nighttime Mutterings
Period Care Campaigns
Honey Pot Launched its 'Periods Made Better' Campaign
K-Pop Brand Ambassadorships
Asahi Super Dry Unveiled a Unified Campaign Featuring BLACKPINK
Innovative Outdoor Advertising Campaigns
Unilever's Dirt is Good Turns Billboards into Playgrounds
Gen Z Soda Campaigns
Enjoy the Moment with a Coca‑Cola Targets a Generation That Wants to Unplug
Gun Violence Prevention Films
Sandy Hook Promise Turns a Childhood Symbol Into a Call for Action
Basketball-Themed Beverage Campaigns
Athletic Brewing Company Debuts 'From Tip-Off to Title'
Music Scene-Informed Luxury Campaigns
Burberry Taps Twiggy for Spring 2026 Advertising Campaign
Cinematic Sneaker Campaigns
Adidas Originals Superstar Campaign Features Icons Such as Jennie
Anti-Digital Social Campaigns
Heineken Partners with Joe Jonas for 'Socials Off Socials'
Conceptual Educational Soaps
The Consent Soap Highlights Boundaries Through Physical Interaction
Non-Alcoholic Spirit Campaigns
Seedlip Celebrates 10 Years with 'Yeah, It’s a Drink'
Comedian-Fronted Tequila Campaigns
Espolòn Tequila Taps Ken Jeong for Nine Days of Short Kings
Aspirational Mother's Day Campaigns
Tiffany & Co. Boasts 'Strong Like Mom' Mother's Day Campaign
Cheeky Infant Formula Campaigns
Good Start® Debuts the Stigma-Addressing 'Suck It' Campaign
Sensorial Soda Campaigns
Sprite's 'Hurts Real Good With Sprite' Targets Gen Z
Kindness-Focused Travel Campaigns
Global Child: Travel & Purpose Debuts a Qatar Episode
Globalized Tournament Campaigns
Coca-Cola Debuts 'Uncanned Emotions' for the 2026 World Cup
Humorous Tequila Campaigns
Gran Centenario Tequila Launches the 'Don't Be a Gringo' Campaign
Sleep Poverty Awareness Campaigns
Ikea Canada Introduces the Sleepless Lamp Calmpaign
Distracted Driving Awareness Videos
Project Yellow Light's 'Love Story' Is a Wake-Up Call
Extra-Vibrant Soda Packs
Poppi's VIBES Party Pack Gives Favorite Flavors a Limited-Edition Look
Musician-Led Beverage Campaigns
poppi Tapped Charli xcx and Rachel Sennott for the Super Bowl
Humorous Healthcare Campaigns
Zocdoc And 72andSunny Reframe Doctor Search With Playful Anxiety
Humorous Mother's Day Campaigns
bubly Addresses Mother’s Day Mishaps with the 'Gift Glow Up Shop'
Burger Ad Campaigns
Burger King’s New Campaign Suggests Even Babies Can’t Resist the Whopper
Cinematic Video Game Spots
Droga5’s ‘Wake Up’ Campaign for Xbox Shows an Escape from the Everyday
Health-Boosted Candies
Baby Bottle Pop's Adulthood Survival Collection Recognizes Popular Callouts
Early Allergen Exposure Ads
The Square Baby Super Bowl Spot Promotes a Science-Backed Message
Athlete-Backed Beverage Campaigns
PepsiCo and NFL Players Debut 'Tailgate Crashers'
Back-To-School Hygiene Campaigns
Lysol’s Latest Campaign is Titled 'The Story of SOMO'
Comedic Body Wash Ads
Moist Humor by Dove Debuted During SNL50: the Anniversary Special
Empowering Woman-Inspired Campaigns
Stuart Weitzman Launches 'How Lovely to Be a Woman'
Football-Focused Sofa Campaigns
Pepsi Presents the Refresh the Game Campaign with Icons
Limited-Edition Beer Campaigns
San Miguel launches a Limited-Edition Beer Campaign for Summer
Inaugural Vodka Billboard Campaigns
ALB Vodka Introduces Its First Billboard in New York City
Mindful Ritual Campaigns
Ramón Bilbao Launches 'Made for the Senses' Campaign
Joyful Sport Campaigns
Dove's Super Bowl Ad, The Game Is Ours, Celebrates Girls' Confidence
Celebratory Midlife Campaigns
The Stripes Beauty Hotter Than Ever Destigmatizes Menopause
Adventure-Inspired Soda Cans
7 Up’s Destinos Venezuela Campaign Brings Nature to Vibrant Designs
Emotional Mothers Day Ads
Apple's Mother’s Day Campaign Showcases Spatial Video's Emotional Power
Elderly Cannabis Campaigns
The I'm High Right Now Campaign Answers Questions from Ages 55+
Body-Positive Brand Campaigns
Dove's Super Bowl Ad Challenges Toxic Body Talk in Sports
Social Responsibility-Aligned Corporate Marketing
GoodBrand Impact is a Newly Launched Agency
Creative Eerie-Themed Soccer Campaigns
Nike Football Reimagines Soccer with 'Scary Good'
Vibrant Cafeteria-Inspired Campaigns
Lunchtime Becomes a Joyous Time in 'The Lunchables Effect'
Illusory Ice Cream Pop-Ups
Häagen-Dazs Celebrated St. Patrick's Day with an O'Häagen's
AI-Enhanced Y2K Ads
Starwash by Carl's Jr. Recalls a 2000s Ad with Paris Hilton
Senior Creative Teams
Tosti Creative Put Out a Call for Senior Creatives Aged 70 and Older
French Beer Marketing Campaigns
1664 Features Robert Pattinson in Its New Acting-Inspired Campaign
Swimming-Focused Branding Initiatives
British Swim School Debuts Jump on It Campaign
Activity Gear Billboards
Ocean Spray's Reclaim Happy Hour Activation Got Australians Up & Moving
Responsible Skincare Campaigns
Drunk Elephant Please Enjoy Responsibly Refocuses on Adults
Creative Cancer Awareness Campaigns
F Cancer Debuts the 'Pick Up Your Poop' Campaign
90s-Era Snack Product Campaigns
The Pringles One You Pop Campaign Revives the Tagline for Gen Z
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Horror-Inspired Sports Campaigns
Nike Presents the Scary Good Campaign with Satire Themes
Balancing New Year Campaigns
Recess' You Don’t Need A New You Challenges Tired January Marketing
Travel Lifestyle Brand Ads
Away’s 'Travel Changed Me' Film Captures the Power of Exploration
Collaborative Seasonal Drinking Campaigns
Fat Tuesday and 818 Tequila are Ready for the Summer
Women-Targeted Wellness Movements
Her Sovereignty Project Promotes an Alcohol-Free Lifestyle
Multi-Use Soothing Shirts
The Sweat Sheet Holds a Mom's Scent and Turns into a NICU Mattress Cover
Taxi Driver-Centric Branded Events
Carlsberg Ran the 'Fare Game' Initiative for Taxi Drivers
Robust Childhood Cancer Campaigns
Childhood Cancer Canada Launches 'Let's Face the Unimaginable'
Celeb-Packed Humorous Beer Campaigns
Bud Light's Keg Commercial is Airing for Super Bowl LX
Farmer-Focused Campaign Ads
Tha Lay's Super Bowl Ad Puts Farmers in Focus
Mid-Strength Marketing Pushes
6Percent, Small Beer And Quarter Proof Launch Mid-Strength March
Parental Social Media Alerts
This Instagram Alert Will Let Parents Know of Troubling Teen Searches
Nostalgic Beauty Campaigns
Dove's #UnseenBeauty Initiative Challenges Y2K Beauty Standards
Purpose-Driven Brand Storytelling Platforms
Hellonation Has Debuted Its Edvertising Model
Education-Focused Brand Advocacy Initiatives
Mira Advocates for Sex and Hormonal Health Education
Reproductive Health Campaigns
SOGC Declares Its Unwavering Commitment to Women's Healthcare Rights
Co-Branded Mother's Day Products
Sober(ish)™ and the Happy Can Join Forces for Mother's Day
Gender-Based Violence Awareness Films
My Friend Max Hate Exposes the Dark Side of Online Influence
Ball Game-Promoting Urban Initiatives
London Sport and Saatchi & Saatchi Run 'More Ball Games'
Pregnancy-Safe Beauty Campaigns
Well People Spotlighted Clean Products for Mother's Day & Beyond
Generational Wellness Campaigns
Sports Research Evolved Its Marketing into a Cultural Movement
Media Literacy Programs
YouTube x Institute for Strategic Dialogue Launched 'Be Internet Citizens'
Affordable Maternity Care Initiatives
Axmed and Every Pregnancy Support Crisis-Affected Regions
Spanish-Style Micropubs
Licor 43's Tiny Taberna Serves the Viral Baby Beer Shot
Candid Mother's Day Cards
Poise Launched a Mother's Day Card Collection with Katherine Heigl
Philanthropic Media Initiatives
New to The Street Has Introduced For the Causes™
Women-Empowering Photograph Campaigns
Ownever Made a Statement This International Women's Day
Nostalgic Celebrity-Supported Beverage Campaigns
Clearly Canadian Recently Revived Its Brand
Child Abuse-Preventing Campaigns
Prevent Child Abuse America Launches an Important Initiative
Child Neglect-Focused Campaigns
Vantage Foundation Partners with SOS Children's Villages Portugal
Human Trafficking Awareness Campaigns
BODYBAR Pilates Runs the BODYBAR Does Good Campaign
Intergenerational Fashion Series
GapStudio’s FW25 Campaign Sees Gwyneth Paltrow and Apple Martin
Satirical Feminist-Forward Ads
A Spotlight on Underpaid Women Shakes Up Belgium’s Employee Day
Food Allergy Awareness Campaigns
Fare's PSA is Backed by NFL Player Jason McCourty & His Daughter
Teen Content Filters
Instagram Expands Age-Rated Experiences with Stricter Parental Controls
Household Expense Ads
BBDO Bangkok Launches 'Don’t Lose What AI Can Save' for Samsung
Grandmotherly Lunchmeat Campaigns
Eat Your Buddig Spotlights a No-Nonsense Caretaker
Mardi Gras-Themed Breast Campaigns
Frida Marked Mardi Gras with the Breast Gallery Campaign
Multi-Level Cancer Awareness Ads
The United Breast Cancer Foundation is at Times Square