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Research Title: An investigation into the interactions between future mental health care professionals and service users

I would like to invite you to take part in a research study. Before you decide whether you would like to take part, it is important that you understand why the research is being done and what it would involve for you. Please take the time to read the following information carefully and talk to others about the study if you wish.

Part 1 tells you about the purpose of the study and what it would involve for you.

Part 2 gives you more detailed information about the conduct of the study.

PART 1

What is the purpose of this study?

This research aims to explore the perceptions of students who may potentially be involved in providing mental health care in the future towards particular client groups. Information about these perceptions can help us to think about how training about these clients groups might be provided in the future. It may also help us to think about how clients might experience care by health professionals.

Why have I been invited to take part?

You have been invited to take part because you are on an undergraduate medicine, psychology or mental health nursing course and it is people on these courses that are likely to come into future contact with the client groups that are being studied.

Do I have to take part?

No. Participation is entirely voluntary. The information contained here will allow you to make an informed decision about whether you would like to participate. If you do decide to take part, you are free to withdraw at any time, without needing to give a reason and without penalty. All data you provide will remain anonymous.

What will happen to me if I decide to take part?

You will need to check the box at the bottom of the page to confirm that you consent to take part. Participation is entirely anonymous. Firstly, you will be asked to provide some demographic information. You will not be able to be personally identified from the information that you provide. You will then be asked to watch some short video clips and complete several questionnaires based your reactions to the person in the videos. Participation will take approximately 20 minutes. If you would like to be entered into the prize draw for taking part or would like a summary of the final write up, you will be asked to enter an email address.

What are the possible benefits of taking part?

I cannot promise the study will benefit you personally but the information we get might help to improve understanding of particular staff-client interactions and may help to inform wider training packages. You will have the option of entering a prize draw upon completion of the questionnaires.

What are the possible disadvantages or risks of taking part?

It is unlikely that participation in this study will cause you any distress. However, some of the questions may raise concerns about a client or patient that you are currently or have previously worked with either in a work setting or on a placement. If concerns regarding a client or patient arise, you are encouraged to liaise with your mentor/course tutor or you can contact the researcher directly. If you feel personally distressed as a result of completion of this study, please contact the researcher directly or, if you are in the UK, any of the helpline numbers provided at the end of this sheet.

What will happen to my information if I choose to take part?

All of the data collected will be anonymous. If you choose to enter an email address in order to take part in the prize draw or to receive a summary of the write up, this will be stored separately from your questionnaire data so that anonymity of your questionnaire responses is upheld. After the study is completed, the data will continue to be stored on an encrypted memory stick and kept in a locked filing cabinet at the University of East Anglia.

PART 2

What if something goes wrong?

If you have any concerns about any aspects of this study, you should speak to either the Principal Researcher, Laura Magness, or the Educational Research Supervisor, Dr. Peter Langdon. If you remain unhappy with the response and wish to make a formal complaint, please contact the Head of Department. Contact details for all individuals are detailed at the end of this page.

Will my taking part be kept confidential?

Yes. All data will be anonymous and kept strictly confidential. If you choose to enter your email address to take part in the prize draw or receive a summary of the write up, this will be stored separately to preserve the anonymity of your questionnaire responses.

What will happen to the results of the study?

The results will also be written up to fulfill the thesis component of the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of East Anglia. A summary of the findings will also be produced and circulated to those who have stated that they would like a copy. No personally identifiable information will be included.

Who is organising and funding the research?

This research has been developed as part of the course requirements of the principal researcher’s Doctoral Course in Clinical Psychology at the University of East Anglia. Any costs associated with the study will be absorbed by the budget given by the University of East Anglia.

Who has reviewed the study?

All research in the NHS is looked at by an independent group of people called a Research Ethics Committee. This is to protect your safety, rights, wellbeing, and dignity. This study has been reviewed and given a favourable opinion by University of East Anglia FMH ethics committee.

Contact for further information

If you have any questions or wish to speak to me about this study for any reason, please contact me on the details below:

Principal Researcher: Educational Supervisor: Head of School:
Laura Magness Dr. Peter Langdon Prof. David Crossman
Email: l.magness@uea.ac.ukEmail: P.Langdon@uea.ac.ukEmail: D.Crossman@uea.ac.uk
Tel: 01603 591258 Tel: 01603 593533 Tel: 01603 593971

Helpline Details:

Samaritans: 08457 909090 (24 hours)

Support Line: 01708 765200

Please tick if you have read the information provided and agree to take part in this study