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Informed ConsentTitle: SUSPICION IN ROMANTIC RELATIONSHIPSInvestigator: Dr. Christian Hart. .................................................940-898-2319Purpose of the StudyYou are being asked to participate in a research study for Dr. Christian Hart's research at Texas Woman's University. The purpose of the current study is to assess people's suspicion in relationships. This research is intended to provide clarity about the dynamics of attractiveness, disclosure, and suspicion within romantic relationships. You are only permitted to participate once in the current study. Eligibility requirements for participants will include: (a) at least 18 years old and (b) must currently be involved in a romantic relationship.Description of ProceduresIn this study, you will complete an online questionnaire regarding attitudes about attractiveness and suspicion within romantic relationships. Completing the study will take approximately 15 minutes.Participation and BenefitsYour involvement in this research study is completely voluntary, and you may discontinue your participation in this study at any time without penalty. The only direct benefits of this study to you are that you are helping the investigator collect data for his research, and you are welcome to inquire about the results of the study. The researcher will benefit from this study by learning more about beliefs and attitudes about attractiveness and suspiciousness. If you wish to receive information about the results of this study, please request that information by email from the researcher listed at the top of this form.Potential RisksThe following are risks related to your participation in this study and steps that the researcher will take to minimize those risks: There is a risk of loss confidentiality. You will not use your name or any other identifying information. You may risk a loss of confidentiality if you choose to email the researcher to ask for results of the study. If you choose to email the researcher, then the researcher will immediately delete such emails after responding to them. Confidentiality will be protected to the extent that is allowed by law. There is a potential risk of loss of confidentiality in all email, downloading, and internet transactions. There is a risk of loss of time. You will lose up to 15 minutes of your time by participating in this study. There is a risk of coercion. Your participation is completely voluntary, and you may terminate your participation in this study at any time without penalty. There is a risk of fatigue and/or emotional discomfort. You may take a break or discontinue your participation in the study without any negative consequences. If you do feel distressed or experience emotional discomfort, please use the following information to seek support:Online referrals for counseling services in your area: American Psychological Association Psychologist Locator Service http://locator.apa.org/ The researchers will try to prevent any problems that could happen because of this research. You should let the researchers know at once if there is a problem and they will help you. However, TWU does not provide medical services or financial assistance for injuries that might happen because you are taking part in this research.Questions Regarding the StudyIf you have any questions about the study, please contact the researchers; their phone numbers are at the top of this form. If you have questions about your rights as a participant in the research or regarding how the study was conducted, feel free to contact the Texas Woman's University Office of Research and Sponsored Programs at 940-898-3378 or via email at IRB@twu.edu. I have read the foregoing information, or it has been read to me. I have had the opportunity to ask questions about it and any questions that I have asked have been answered to my satisfaction. I consent voluntarily to participate as a participant in this study and understand that I have the right to withdraw from the study at any time without in any way affecting my person or experimental credit.I hereby consent to participate in the study.By clicking the option "I agree", you will be consenting to participate in the study.