Several years ago Thailand introduced graphic picture warnings on cigarette packets - Did it stop smokers from smoking? Did it deter people from starting smoking?

Now there is talk of putting similar graphic picture warnings on bottles/cans containing alcohol - Will it deter people from drinking excessively?

What's next? Picture warnings on fast food?

Several years ago Thailand introduced graphic picture warnings on cigarette packets - Did it stop smokers from smoking? Did it deter people from starting smoking?

Now there is talk of putting similar graphic picture warnings on bottles/cans containing alcohol - Will it deter people from drinking excessively?

What's next? Picture warnings on fast food?

Personally I think they should put these pictures on the hoods of all cars and motorbikes as well.

Several years ago Thailand introduced graphic picture warnings on cigarette packets - Did it stop smokers from smoking? Did it deter people from starting smoking?

Now there is talk of putting similar graphic picture warnings on bottles/cans containing alcohol - Will it deter people from drinking excessively?

What's next? Picture warnings on fast food?

Personally I think they should put these pictures on the hoods of all cars and motorbikes as well.

Yeah, I thought that might to a good idea too. Honda Wave, painted with images of accident victims.

I honestly believe that if these images have even kept only 1 single person from picking up the terrible habit of smoking then they are a good idea. If they can prevent even just 1 person from getting addicted to alcohol then I am absolutely in favor of these warnings. But actually I don't care much because I never buy a pack of cigarettes and I never buy a bottle with an alcoholic drink for myself.

Maybe hard to understand for those people that like to smoke or drink...I know...and I know I will be flamed...

I belong to the usually quiet group of people that have never in their life felt the urge to smoke and that are genuinely bothered by smoke...and I don't like the taste or smell of alcohol - so I enjoy my life very much, but completely without drinking any alcohol.

Several years ago Thailand introduced graphic picture warnings on cigarette packets - Did it stop smokers from smoking? Did it deter people from starting smoking?

Now there is talk of putting similar graphic picture warnings on bottles/cans containing alcohol - Will it deter people from drinking excessively?

What's next? Picture warnings on fast food?

and the answer is NO... for all 3 question.

Several years ago Thailand introduced graphic picture warnings on cigarette packets - Did it stop smokers from smoking? Did it deter people from starting smoking?

Now there is talk of putting similar graphic picture warnings on bottles/cans containing alcohol - Will it deter people from drinking excessively?

What's next? Picture warnings on fast food?

and the answer is NO... for all 3 question.

I would like to know why are you so sure of your NO? Have we seen any serious trials or research on this? If you can present me anything more than your personal opinion I might be convinced otherwise not. If this wouldn't keep you or people thinking like you from picking up an addiction it still doesn't mean it won't work with others.

Now there is talk of putting similar graphic picture warnings on bottles/cans containing alcohol - Will it deter people from drinking excessively?

not when they will still have beer girls

Now there is talk of putting similar graphic picture warnings on bottles/cans containing alcohol - Will it deter people from drinking excessively?

not when they will still have beer girls

Perhaps the beers girls should come with picture warnings too?

Now there is talk of putting similar graphic picture warnings on bottles/cans containing alcohol - Will it deter people from drinking excessively?

not when they will still have beer girls

they should put warnings on those girls, nevermind the beer.

Now there is talk of putting similar graphic picture warnings on bottles/cans containing alcohol - Will it deter people from drinking excessively?

not when they will still have beer girls

they should put warnings on those girls, nevermind the beer.

Something like, Getting involved with these girls will empty your bank account. ?

After looking at them for the last ten minutes, I feel like going for a beer (with or without warning label on it).

or the following... "you are free to pick one of us to take home, but before you do pick one, 2 of us are ladyboys!"

Several years ago Thailand introduced graphic picture warnings on cigarette packets - Did it stop smokers from smoking? Did it deter people from starting smoking?

Now there is talk of putting similar graphic picture warnings on bottles/cans containing alcohol - Will it deter people from drinking excessively?

What's next? Picture warnings on fast food?

Does this mean photos of Farang tourists staggering round will actually be put on them???? Im appalled

I honestly believe that if these images have even kept only 1 single person from picking up the terrible habit of smoking then they are a good idea. If they can prevent even just 1 person from getting addicted to alcohol then I am absolutely in favor of these warnings. But actually I don't care much because I never buy a pack of cigarettes and I never buy a bottle with an alcoholic drink for myself.

Maybe hard to understand for those people that like to smoke or drink...I know...and I know I will be flamed...

I belong to the usually quiet group of people that have never in their life felt the urge to smoke and that are genuinely bothered by smoke...and I don't like the taste or smell of alcohol - so I enjoy my life very much, but completely without drinking any alcohol.

Are you a member of the PTSS?

Several years ago Thailand introduced graphic picture warnings on cigarette packets - Did it stop smokers from smoking? Did it deter people from starting smoking?

Now there is talk of putting similar graphic picture warnings on bottles/cans containing alcohol - Will it deter people from drinking excessively?

What's next? Picture warnings on fast food?

Does this mean photos of Farang tourists staggering round will actually be put on them???? Im appalled

How about putting photos of the beer girls on the cans? Wait, I think Leo already did that.

Waste of dosh....

I don't think they're meant to deter smokers as much as people who are leaning towards smoking. I'd say 'effective' although it could be argued either way. Not sure what the folks arguing against it are for though... I doubt they are all cigarette company shareholders.

I don't think they're meant to deter smokers as much as people who are leaning towards smoking. I'd say 'effective' although it could be argued either way. Not sure what the folks arguing against it are for though... I doubt they are all cigarette company shareholders.

Much like travel warnings, these things are meant to appease squeeky wheels and to say to those that do partake - "don't say we didn't warn you".

I've quit smoking for 6 days and the reason was those pictures.

It has been suggested (years ago) that this kind of thing only desensitises people to ugly &/or explicit images. It was also suggested that the concept will have an affect on people if it is not over-used.

Like this one from Australia.

"We advise you to exercise a high degree of caution because of the high threat of terrorist attack and because of political instability in Thailand."

http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Thailand

I gave up drinking 9 years ago - people forget that it is a very dangerous drug - ten times worse than smoking, even heroin for that matter.

I'm all for sticking photos of drunk driving casualties on bottles. The problem is that probably most people reading this thread drink alcohol and many will be dependant on it - difficult to get a reasonable, unbiased debate.

I know of a higher end restaurant that has a problem with the idea. Top shelf liquor with a failed liver on it.

I don't think they're meant to deter smokers as much as people who are leaning towards smoking. I'd say 'effective' although it could be argued either way. Not sure what the folks arguing against it are for though... I doubt they are all cigarette company shareholders.

Much like travel warnings, these things are meant to appease squeeky wheels and to say to those that do partake - "don't say we didn't warn you".

Well hopefully it'll help keep the lawsuits under control a bit when Thailand finally (hopefully a long way off) matures into a more litigious society. After all it IS an individual choice... and it's hard to argue that even with nearly no marketing + the graphic 'bleeding lungs' type of anti-marketing: that you were coerced into smoking.

I don't think they're meant to deter smokers as much as people who are leaning towards smoking. I'd say 'effective' although it could be argued either way. Not sure what the folks arguing against it are for though... I doubt they are all cigarette company shareholders.

Much like travel warnings, these things are meant to appease squeeky wheels and to say to those that do partake - "don't say we didn't warn you".

Well hopefully it'll help keep the lawsuits under control a bit when Thailand finally (hopefully a long way off) matures into a more litigious society. After all it IS an individual choice... and it's hard to argue that even with nearly no marketing + the graphic 'bleeding lungs' type of anti-marketing: that you were coerced into smoking.

exactly, it makes you wonder if its not the industries themselves pushing for these labels??? discreetly of course.

What's next? Picture warnings on fast food?

done

I've quit smoking for 6 days and the reason was those pictures.

so youve never noticed those pics before?

I gave up drinking 9 years ago - people forget that it is a very dangerous drug - ten times worse than smoking, even heroin for that matter.

I'm all for sticking photos of drunk driving casualties on bottles. The problem is that probably most people reading this thread drink alcohol and many will be dependant on it - difficult to get a reasonable, unbiased debate.

personally, i can get by without drinking any alcohol. But i choose to drink it. Mostly during weekends. I dont get pissed thou, just a few quiets, watching the footy or bbq. Im not into smoking or drugs. Its all in moderation.

I've quit smoking for 6 days and the reason was those pictures.

so youve never noticed those pics before?

Of course I have but really thought about it the last few weeks after my eldest daughter has been pointing them out to me, saying it will happen to me, which is very possible if I relapse.

BTW, respect to anyone who has been able to quit smoking - much harder than any other drug, including alcohol, heroin and cocaine.