CONSENT FORM FOR HUMAN PARTICIPANTS IN RESEARCH
UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN COLORADO

Project Title: Gaming and Socialization
Researcher: Joanna Lewis, Ph.D., and Molly Jameson, Ph.D.

Phone Number: (970) 351-2180; email: joanna.lewis@unco.edu

We are researching the impact of social gaming during a pandemic. The objective of this research is to evaluate the relationship between gaming, anxiety, and social interaction. As a participant in this research, we will ask you to report anonymous demographics (e.g., gender, age), anxiety, socialization, and gaming during the pandemic. These questionnaires will be given to you online and are completely anonymous. You will complete this in the online survey program Qualtrics. You will not be required to report your name or any identifying information. You will complete questions related to your social interactions and related game play. The questionnaires will take 15-20 minutes to complete. 

Risks to you are minimal. We will ask questions regarding general anxiety. You may choose to withdraw at any time you are uncomfortable. Participation is voluntary. You may decide not to participate in this study and if you begin participation you may still decide to stop and withdraw at any time. Your decision will be respected and will not result in loss of benefits to which you are otherwise entitled. Please take your time to read and thoroughly review this document and decide whether you would like to participate in this research study. If you decide to participate, your completion of the research procedures indicates your consent. Please keep or print this form for your records. If you have any concerns about your selection or treatment as a research participant, please contact Nicole Morse, Office of Research, Kepner Hall, University of Northern Colorado Greeley, CO 80639; 970-351-1910.