• Young Adults and Research

    Thank you for your interest in this study. Please answer the following questions to confirm whether you qualify for the study. SurveySwap P.S: This survey contains Karma to get free survey responses at SurveySwap
  • Are you between the age of 18-25 years old?*
  • How much experience have you had participating in research studies?*

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  • STUDY INFORMATION SHEET FOR
    Young Adults’ Views About Research Participation: Barriers, Attitudes, and an Intervention
    Sponsor: Indiana Wesleyan University Study Protocol Number:2356 
    You are invited to participate in a research study about how young adults view participation in research studies. You are being asked to participate because you are between the ages of 18 and 25 years old. Please read this form carefully and ask any questions you may have before deciding whether to participate.
    This study is being conducted by Kirby Kirk, a doctoral student at Indiana Wesleyan University, under the supervision of Dr. Houston Logsdon.


    STUDY PURPOSE
    The purpose of this study is to better understand the barriers, attitudes, and apprehension that may influence whether young adults choose to participate in research studies. This study will also examine whether a brief educational intervention may improve participants’ understanding of research and attitudes toward participation.


    NUMBER OF PEOPLE TAKING PART IN THE STUDY
    If you agree to participate, you will be one of approximately 100 individuals participating in this research study.


    PROCEDURES FOR THE STUDY
    If you agree to participate in this study, you will be asked to complete the following activities:
    1. Complete a short online survey about your opinions, attitudes, and concerns related to research participation. This survey will take approximately 10–15 minutes.
    2. Watch a brief educational video explaining the purpose of research studies, participant rights, informed consent, and the importance of diverse participation in research. The video will take approximately 4–5 minutes.
    3. Complete a second short online survey after viewing the video. This survey will ask about your understanding of research participation and whether your attitudes changed after the intervention. This survey will take approximately 10 minutes.
    Total participation time is expected to be approximately 25–30 minutes.


    RISKS OF TAKING PART IN THE STUDY
    The risks associated with participation in this study are minimal. Possible risks may include:
    • Mild discomfort when answering questions related to trust, fear, or concerns about research participation
    • Mild emotional discomfort when reflecting on personal experiences or beliefs
    • Possible loss of confidentiality, although reasonable steps will be taken to protect your information
    You may skip any question you do not wish to answer. You may stop participating at any time without penalty.


    BENEFITS OF TAKING PART IN THE STUDY
    You may not receive direct personal benefit from participating in this study. However, possible benefits include:
    • Increased knowledge about how research studies work
    • Greater understanding of participant rights and protections
    • Opportunity to contribute to knowledge that may improve future research recruitment and engagement of young adults


    CONFIDENTIALITY
    Reasonable efforts will be made to keep your information confidential. However, absolute confidentiality cannot be guaranteed.
    No personally identifying information such as your name will be included in published reports or presentations related to this study unless specifically authorized by you.
    Study data will be stored securely using password-protected systems and only the researcher, dissertation chair, and authorized university personnel may have access to study records as needed.
    Representatives of Indiana Wesleyan University’s Institutional Review Board (IRB) or individuals responsible for monitoring research compliance may review study records.


    FUTURE RESEARCH
    Information collected from this study may be used in future research studies or shared with other researchers after all identifying information has been removed. If this occurs, no additional consent will be requested.


    COSTS
    There are no anticipated costs to you for participating in this study other than the time required to complete the surveys and educational video.


    INCENTIVES
    Participants who complete the study may be entered into a voluntary raffle drawing for a e-gift card valued at $20.
    Entering the raffle is optional and not required to participate.


    CONTACTS FOR QUESTIONS OR PROBLEMS
    If you have questions about this study, please contact: Kirby Kirk Doctoral Student, Indiana Wesleyan University: Kirby.fenton@myemail.indwes.edu
    If you have questions about your rights as a research participant, concerns, or complaints, please contact:

    Indiana Wesleyan University: Institutional Review Board

    4201 South Washington Street Marion, IN 46953
    Tel: 765-677-1402


    VOLUNTARY NATURE OF THIS STUDY
    Taking part in this study is voluntary. You may choose not to participate or may withdraw from the study at any time without penalty or loss of benefits to which you are otherwise entitled.
    Your decision whether or not to participate will not affect your relationship with Indiana Wesleyan University or any other organization.


    CONSENT TO PARTICIPATE
    By selecting “I Agree,” you confirm that:
    • You are at least 18 years old
    • You have read and understood the information provided above
    • You have had the opportunity to ask questions
    • You voluntarily agree to participate in this study

  • Consent to participate*

  • Demographic Information

  • Age*
  • Gender*
  • Race/ethnicity*
  • Highest current level of education*
  • Which option best describes your current financial situation?*
  • How did you learn about this study?*
  • Before today, how familiar were you with research studies?*
  • How much do you trust institutions that conduct research?*

  • Survey

    It should take you no more than 20-30 minutes to complete the surveys and watch the 4 min video.
  • 1. Illness and death are God's will and are not necessarily affected by research.*
  • 2. God determines wellness, not the results of research.*
  • 3. Researchers sometimes undermine the power of God and prayer.*
  • 4. Science and research harm the reputation of God and make people skeptics of His existence and power.*
  • 5. The government sometimes exposes participants to agents known to be harmful to one's health.*
  • 6. Research is part of a conspiracy to negatively affect the health of ethnic minority groups.*
  • 7. Researchers sometimes hide information from participants prior to research.*
  • 8. Researchers are motivated by their own career goals and not the welfare of human participants.*
  • 9. Being paid to participate in research makes me suspicious of the project.*
  • 10. Research could provide information about my health that I would rather not know about.*
  • 11. I would want to be notified if I had a fatal illness.*
  • 12. I would be better off not knowing about health problems I could have.*
  • 13. It would be difficult to find time to participate in a research study.*
  • 14. I would neglect some of my responsibilities at school, home or work to participate in research.*
  • 15. There isn't anything for me to gain by participating in research.*
  • 16. There isn't anything for my community to gain by participating in research.*
  • 1. I have a positive view about research studies in general*
  • 2. Researchers can be trusted to protect the interests of people who take part in their research studies.*
  • 3. We all have some responsibility to help others by volunteering for research.*
  • 4. Society needs to devote more resources to research.*
  • 5. Participating in research is generally safe.*
  • 6. If I volunteer for research, I know my personal information will be kept private and confidential.*
  • 7. Research will find cures for many major diseases during my lifetime*
  • The video helped me better understand research studies
  • The video increased my trust in research
  • The video made me more open to participating in research
  • 1. Illness and death are God's will and are not necessarily affected by research.*
  • 2. God determines wellness, not the results of research.*
  • 3. Researchers sometimes undermine the power of God and prayer.*
  • 4. Science and research harm the reputation of God and make people skeptics of His existence and power.*
  • 5. The government sometimes exposes participants to agents known to be harmful to one's health.*
  • 6. Research is part of a conspiracy to negatively affect the health of ethnic minority groups.*
  • 7. Researchers sometimes hide information from participants prior to research.*
  • 8. Researchers are motivated by their own career goals and not the welfare of human participants.*
  • 9. Being paid to participate in research makes me suspicious of the project.*
  • 10. Research could provide information about my health that I would rather not know about.*
  • 11. I would want to be notified if I had a fatal illness.*
  • 12. I would be better off not knowing about health problems I could have.*
  • 13. It would be difficult to find time to participate in a research study.*
  • 14. I would neglect some of my responsibilities at school, home or work to participate in research.*
  • 15. There isn't anything for me to gain by participating in research.*
  • 16. There isn't anything for my community to gain by participating in research.*
  • 1. I have a positive view about research studies in general*
  • 2. Researchers can be trusted to protect the interests of people who take part in their research studies.*
  • 3. We all have some responsibility to help others by volunteering for research.*
  • 4. Society needs to devote more resources to research.*
  • 5. Participating in research is generally safe.*
  • 6. If I volunteer for research, I know my personal information will be kept private and confidential.*
  • 7. Research will find cures for many major diseases during my lifetime*

  • Please fill in the information if you wish to be entered into the drawing. Thank you!

  • Would you like to have a chance to win a $20 gift card (1 in 5 will be a winner)?
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  • What type of giftcard would you like

  • “Thank you for your interest. Based on your responses, you do not meet eligibility requirements.”

  • Thank you for participating in this study. Your voice, experiences, and perspectives are important and may help improve future research engagement among young adults.

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