Andrews University
Behavioral Science Department
Consent Form
Title of study: Exploring the Efficacy of Proactive and Reactive Resilience Pathways II
Principal Investigators:
Dr. Harvey Burnett
School of Social & Behavioral Sciences
8488 E Campus Circle Dr
Berrien Springs, MI 49104-0030
harveyb@andrews.edu
[269-471-6881]
Dr. Karl Bailey
School of Social & Behavioral Sciences
8488 E Campus Circle Dr
Berrien Springs, MI 49104-0030
kgbailey@andrews.edu
[269-471-3577]
Co-Investigator:
Clara Kolinek
School of Social & Behavioral Sciences
8488 E Campus Circle Dr
Berrien Springs, MI 49104-0030
kolinek@andrews.edu
[347-249-0083]
Justine Jaeger
School of Social & Behavioral Sciences
8488 E Campus Circle Dr
Berrien Springs, MI 49104-0030
justinej@andrews.edu
[574-215-3553]
Purpose:
This study examines factors that relate to our ability to bounce back from adverse life events. Previous research has suggested that our ability to bounce back (resilience) involves various key factors.
Inclusion Criteria:
I have been told that for me to participate in this study I must be at least 18 years of age.
Procedure:
I have been informed of the following: I will be asked to complete 15 questionnaires that measure personal well-being activities such as stress, happiness, social support systems, spirituality, and demographic information among other things. I have been told that in its entirety, this should take no longer than 25 minutes to complete.
Risks and Discomforts:
I have been told that there are no known risks for participating in this study. I have been told that data recorded during this experiment will be assigned a random number that will never be associated with my name or other identifying information during analysis. I have been told that my responses will be kept confidential. I have been told that the data collected from this experiment will be analyzed as group, rather than individual data.
Benefits and Results:
I understand that I may not receive any direct benefits from participating in this study. I understand that the results of this study will provide further insight on which variables may best predict proactive and reactive resilience. The results of this study may lead to the development of training models and continuing education programs that incorporate evidence-based resiliency practices for professionals working in the disaster behavioral health response, trauma, grief, stress management, and other helping fields. I understand that the information collected during this study will be presented in a class setting, and presented and/or published in professional meetings or journals.
Voluntary Participation:
I have been told that my participation in this study is voluntary. I have been told that I will be compensated with a $5 Amazon gift card for completing the study. I have been told that I may discontinue my participation in this study at any time without any penalty or prejudice. I further understand that if I do not complete the study I will not receive any compensation.
I have been told that I may contact the researchers or the research supervisor using the contact information at the beginning of this document. I have been told that if I wish to contact an impartial third party about concerns with this study, I may contact the Chair of the School of Social & Behavioral Sciences, Dr. Harvey Burnett at harveyb@andrews.edu, (269) 471-6881 for information and assistance. You may also contact the Co-Inestigator, Justine Jaeger, at justinej@andrews.edu, (574) 215-3553. Also if you have questions or concerns related to the rights and welfare of individuals participating in this study contact the IRB at (269) 471-6361, irb@andrews.edu.
I have read the contents of this consent form as well as any additional explanations from the researcher. Any questions have been answered to my satisfaction. I hereby give voluntary consent to participate in this study. If I have additional questions or concerns, I may contact the researchers using the information above.
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