CONSENT FORMS

→ Given at the start of an experiment

→ Gives the researcher physical proof that the pps understands the experiment and has given permission to take part

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

• Dear …

• Purpose of the study

• Outline of what happens during the study, what happens to pps and their results

• Length of time needed to complete the study

• Informing the pps they have the right to withdraw

• Informing pps that there is medical supervision available and protection from harm

• Ethics - no pressure to consent, data is kept anonymous, they will receive a full debrief at the end of the experiment

• A signature line, a space for the pps to write the date, space for pps to write their name