You are being asked to participate in a research project to further understand feelings of being seen as attractive

You have been selected as a possible participant in this study at random

In the entire study 30-60 people will be asked to participate

Your participation in this study will take about 15 minuets

If you are under 18, you cannot be in this stud

You must be MALE to participate in this study

Complete a short questionnaire online (I’ll fill in the exact number of questions when I have them)

Although you can contact the researcher (my contact information is above) regarding the outcome of the study, I cannot provide individual feedback because your participation is anonymous and your name cannot be tied to the information you provide.

The potential benefits to you for taking part in this study involve learning about research on attraction, and possibly more about yourself and attraction

The potential risks of participating in this study are exposure to some sensitive questions, which in rare instances may results in distress or discomfort.

If you should experience psychological distress while participating in this study, you should know about resources available to you on campus. These include:

The data for this project are anonymous and confidential. It will only be viewed by myself and MSU faculty

The answers you provide cannot be linked to your name by the researchers or anyone else.

Participation in this project is completely voluntary. You have the right to not complete the questions.

You may change your mind at any time and withdraw.

You may choose not to answer specific questions or to stop participating at any time.

Choosing not to participate or withdrawing from this study will not make any difference in your relationship to the University or the Psychology Department.

There is no cost or compensation for participation in the study.

INFORMED CONSENTYou are being asked to participate in a psychological research project. Researchers are required to provide a consent form to inform you about the project, to convey that participation is voluntary, to explain risks and benefits of participation, and to empower you to make an informed decision. You should feel free to ask the researchers any questions you may have.Address and Contact Information:Dan GrenzickiUndergraduate Psychology MajorMichigan State UniversityEast Lansing, MI 48848grenzic1@msu.edu(810)-962-3254MSU Counseling Services Center(517)-355-8270MSU Psychological Clinic(517) 355-9564If you have concerns or questions about this project, please contact Dan Grenzicki, whose contact information is given above.By continuing with the online survey, you acknowledge the information listed above and are considered to be giving your consent to participate in our study.