Investigating the use of a serious game for sex education.
- Started
- 27th July 2015
- Ended
- 13th September 2015
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PARTICIPANT INFORMATION SHEET (Version no 1, 27/07/2015)
Study title: Investigating the use of a serious game for sex education. Researchers name: Anastasia Eleftheriou, PhD student, Prof Seth Bullock, Dr Cynthia Graham, Prof. Roger Ingham (project supervisors)
ERGO Study ID number: 17008 RGO reference number: TBC
Please read this information carefully before deciding to take part in this research. If you are happy to participate you will be asked to sign a consent form.
What is the research about? Data will be collected using an online quiz to investigate the use of serious games simulations for public health issues and, in particular, to explore the use of simulations to access and influence attitudes to sexual behaviour and risk
Why have I been chosen? I am looking for male participants, fluent English speakers, between 18-69 years old. You need to fill in a 30 minutes online quiz.
What will happen to me if I take part? You will attempt a quiz about sexual health.
Are there any benefits in my taking part? By taking part in this study you will have a chance to contribute to the development of a simulation software which will be used for educational purposes. Your input is invaluable to my research.
Are there any risks involved? There is a slight chance that taking part in the study may raise your awareness regarding sexual health and some aspects of your sexual behaviour that could put you at risk of contracting sexually transmitted infections. You will receive information on services providing advice and support on issues related to sexual health.
Will my participation be confidential? All study procedures will comply with the Data Protection Act/University policy. All data will be securely stored in line with procedures approved by the University of Southampton. Personal information will not be released to or viewed by anyone other than researchers involved in this project. Data stored will be anonymised. Data you provide will be used only for research. They may also be submitted for publication in a scientific journal or presentation at a scientific conference, or be disseminated to general public as a part of educational activities. No identifiable data (such as your name or date of birth) will be used in any of the listed publications or activities.
What happens if I change my mind? You can change your mind and withdraw from the study at any time, without giving a reason for your decision.
What happens if something goes wrong? If you have any concerns in relation to the study or if you feel that you have been placed at risk, you may contact the Chair of the Ethics Committee Psychology, University of Southampton, Southampton, SO17 1BJ, email fshs-rso@soton.ac.uk or The Head of Research Governance at the University of Southampton 02380 595058, rgoinfo@soton.ac.uk
Where can I get more information? If you would like to find out more about the study, or have some questions that you did not find the answer to please contact Anastasia Eleftheriou at ae2n12@soton.ac.uk.