Informed Consent

Title: Creep

Investigator: Christian Hart, Ph.D.............940-898-2319………..chart2@twu.edu

Purpose of the Study

You are being asked to participate in a research study for Christian Hart, Ph.D.’s research at Texas Woman's University. The purpose of the current study is to examine why we experience some people as creepy. You will be asked about your perceptions of people you have experienced as creepy in the past. Eligibility requirements for participants will include: (a) at least 18 years old.



Description of Procedures

In this study, you will complete an online questionnaire regarding your perceptions of creepy people. The questionnaire will take approximately 20-30 minutes for to complete.



Participation and Benefits

Your involvement in this research study is completely voluntary, and you may discontinue your participation in this study at any time without penalty. There are no direct benefits to the participants. The researcher will benefit from this study by learning more about the topic of study. If you wish to receive information about the results of this study, please request that information by email from the researcher listed at the top of this form.



Potential Risks

The following include risks to participation in this study and steps that the researcher will take to minimize those risks: There is a risk of loss of confidentiality. We will not use your name or any other identification information, but there is a potential risk a loss of confidentiality if you choose to email the researcher to ask for results of the study. If you decide to email the researcher, then the researcher will immediately delete these emails after responding to them. Confidentiality will be protected to the extent that is allowed by law. There is a potential risk of loss of confidentiality in all email, downloading, and internet transactions. There is a risk of coercion. Your participation in this study is completely voluntary, and you may terminate your participation at any time without penalty. There is a risk of fatigue and/or emotional discomfort. You may take a break or discontinue your participation in the study without any consequences. If you do feel distressed or experience emotional discomfort, please use the information below to seek support:

Online referrals for counseling services in your area: American Psychological Association Psychologist Locator Service http://locator.apa.org/

The researchers will try to prevent any problems that could possibly happen. You should let the researchers know at once if there is a problem and they will assist you. However, TWU does not provide medical services or financial assistance for injuries that might happen if you decide to take part in this research.



Questions Regarding the Study

If you have any questions about the study, please contact the researchers; their phone numbers are at the top of this form. If you have questions about your rights as a participant in the research or regarding how the study was conducted, feel free to contact the Texas Woman's University Office of Research and Sponsored Programs at 940-898-3378 or via email at IRB@twu.edu.

I have read the foregoing information, or it has been read to me. I have had the opportunity to ask questions about it and any questions that I have asked have been answered to my satisfaction. I consent voluntarily to participate as a participant in this study and understand that I have the right to withdraw from the study at any time without in any way affecting my person or experimental credit.

