Participant Information Sheet

This is part of an MPhil research project for Marie McCormack (MSc Health Psychology), under the supervision of the University of Surrey. Before you decide, it is important for you to understand why this study is being conducted and what it will involve.
The information here explains the research study and what will happen if you choose to take part.

What is the purpose of the survey?

This study is to help understand more about the impact of Bariatric Surgery on young women’s quality of life, health behaviours (your personal health beliefs) and reproductive health.

Why have I been invited to take part?

You are invited to take part if you fulfil the study criteria being female between 18-25 years and if you are either preparing for or have had weight loss surgery at least six months but no longer than two years ago.

Do I have to take part?

No.  Taking part in this study is voluntary and your medical care or support will not be affected if you decide you do not wish to take part.

What are the possible disadvantages or risks of taking part?

There are minimal disadvantages to taking part in this study.   The questionnaire can be completed anonymously and you can stop and withdraw at any point by closing the browser.
If you feel that any of the questions have caused you any concern please contact your GP or your Bariatric Centre for professional support.

What are the possible benefits of taking part?

It is hoped that the results from the study could influence future studies, and that taking part will help to develop and/or improve services and support for young women who undergo any type of bariatric surgery.  

What happens when the research study stops?

This study will contribute to Marie McCormack’s MPhil dissertation project and the outcome of the study will be written up and included in the Thesis. The findings may also be published in a topic related academic journal and/or presented at conferences.  A summary of this study outcome will be available on request at the end of the MPhil project in January 2018.  Please contact the Researcher Marie McCormack via email m.mccormack@surrey.ac.uk

What if you have a complaint or concerns relating to the study?

Complaints or concerns about any aspects or the way you have been dealt with during the course of the study will be addressed.  If you have any concerns in the first instance please contact the Researcher Marie McCormack via email m.mccormack@surrey.ac.uk, you may also contact Professor Jill Shawe, Principal Supervisor for the study via email   j.shawe@surrey.ac.uk.  If you wish to contact someone external to this study you may contact the Head of School Melaine Coward via email m.coward@surrey.ac.uk.

Will my taking part in the study be kept confidential?

Yes.   All of your data kept will remain confidential.  You will be allocated a number at the start of the study that will be used to identify all of the results.   People reading reports from the research will not know who has taken part. 
Research data will be securely stored for a minimum of 10 years in accordance with the University of Surrey’s policy and all personal data will be handled in accordance with the Data Protection Act (1998).
Taking part in this study is voluntary and anonymous and as such you can withdraw at any time.  Any incomplete data collected from you up to that point will not be used.

Who has reviewed the project?

The study has been reviewed and received a favourable ethical opinion from the Yorkshire & Humber – Sheffield Research Ethics Committee.

What will I need to do?

You will be asked to answer a series of questions relating to your profile, quality-of-life, health behaviours (your personal health beliefs), and reproductive health (e.g. contraception use). 
At the end of the questionnaire you will be invited to take part and be interviewed with the Researcher on a one to one basis.  If you are interested you will have the option to give your contact details.
For more information about the study, or to ask any questions prior to participating, please contact the Researcher Marie McCormack at: m.mccormack@surrey.ac.uk or you may wish to talk it over with family or friends, take whatever time you need to make your decision. When you are happy to continue please click on the button below.

Please be aware this link will only be available until 30th November 2016.

 

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO START THE SURVEY