- Statement of the Research Study. Participants are being invited to volunteer to take part in our research study. It is up to participants whether to choose to take part or not. There will be no penalty or loss of benefits to choosing not to take part or decide later not to take part.
- Purpose. The reason that the researchers are doing this research is to evaluate the effectiveness and feasibility of administering a computerized anxiety intervention in a setting of five or more individuals. This intervention has already been tested and shown promise with individuals, and researchers want to see if it will function in a group setting as well.
- Duration. Researchers think that taking part in our study will last approximately two hours, with an additional follow-up survey one month later to be completed at home via computer or smartphone.
- Research Activities. Participants will first be asked to complete several questionnaires dealing with your thoughts and feelings. Once these questionnaires are completed, participants will be assigned to one of two groups, with each group viewing one of two computerized presentations and completing some group exercises afterward. Once participants have completed the designated intervention, participants will then be asked to fill out surveys once again, which will complete the study appointment. One month following the appointment, participants will be sent surveys once again and will be asked to complete them at home.
Risks: The risks or discomforts to participants while taking part in this research include temporary distress or anxiety pr potentially feeling mild discomfort answering questions about your thoughts and feelings.
Benefits: As a result of taking part in this research, participants may experience improvements in mental health.