Plain Language Information Statement



Full Project Title: Social media ‘ideal body’ types and self-esteem

Principal Researcher: Dr Alastair Anderson (E): alastair.anderson@cairnmillar.org.au

Student Researcher: Bianca Lebenholc (E): 01681-16@cairnmillar.edu.au



To Participant:

This Plain Language Information Statement contains information about the research project. Its purpose is to explain to you the procedures involved in this project so that you can make a fully informed decision regarding your participation. Involvement in the project is entirely voluntary and participants are free to withdraw their consent at any time prior to the submission to the completed survey.

Why is this research being conducted?

People of all ages use social media and are exposed to images of bodies that can affect their self-esteem. Therefore, the current study aims to understand how viewing such images on social media can affect one’s well-being. If you are an active social media user, and you are at least 18 years old, you are invited to participate in this study. Your participation will assist in a greater understanding of the impact of social media on well-being in an Australian population. Participation in this study will involve viewing images of female or male bodies in minimal clothing and will require you to answer questions about body image. If you have any concerns as a consequence of participating in the study, you can seek help by contacting the Cairnmillar Institute (ph: 9813 3400), Beyond Blue (ph: 1300 224 636) and Lifeline (ph: 13 11 14).



If you have concerns about the conduct of the research project, you can contact the Secretary to the Ethics Committee whose contact details appear at the end of this form.

What will I need to do?