How To Write A Consent And Debrief Form Flashcards
What is the first component of an informed consent form?
Information about the study giving a basic aim and informing participants of the procedures of the study
This includes anything that may influence a participant’s willingness to participate.
What right must be included in an informed consent form?
Information about the participant’s right to withdraw
Participants should be informed that they can withdraw from the study at any time.
What assurance should be provided in an informed consent form?
An assurance of confidentiality
This ensures that participants’ data will be kept private.
What opportunity should be given to participants in an informed consent form?
An opportunity to ask any questions about the research
This allows participants to clarify any doubts before agreeing to participate.
What is required at the end of an informed consent form?
A statement for them to sign, print name and date which says they have read AND UNDERSTOOD the information sheet and agree to take part in the research
This serves as a formal acknowledgment of consent.
What must participants do to ensure their data is useful?
Answer every question
This is important for the validity of the research data.
Can participants withdraw their data from the study without penalty?
True
Participants have the right to withdraw themselves or their data from the study at any time.
How is participant data handled according to the consent form?
All data is anonymous and will be kept confidentially; it will not be disclosed to a 3rd party
This emphasizes the importance of participant privacy.
What should be explained if deception has been used in a study?
The nature of the deception and the reason(s) for using it
It is important to ensure participants understand the context of the deception to mitigate any negative feelings.
What should participants be informed about regarding counselling?
Where they can get counselling if they feel this is necessary
This is crucial for participants who may feel distressed or uncomfortable.
What can participants do if they are uncomfortable with being deceived?
They are free to withdraw their data from the sample
This option helps ensure ethical treatment of participants.
If the study involves possible stress, what must be communicated to participants?
They must be told where they can talk to a counsellor
For example, they could be directed to the Student Counselling Service.
What should participants be informed about regarding study results?
They should feel free to contact you for information about the results once the study is completed
Providing contact information fosters transparency and trust.
What opportunity should be given to participants during the debriefing?
A chance to ask any questions
This helps clarify any uncertainties participants may have.
What information should be provided for expressing concerns about the experiment?
The appropriate names (Faculty, Head of Psychology) and contact information (phone number and email address)
This ensures participants have a clear avenue for expressing any concerns.
