The Athlete Mental Health Survey |
Information sheet
You are being invited to take part in a BSc Hons Sport, Physical Activity and Health research study. Before you decide whether you would like to take part, it is important that you understand what the research is for and what you will be asked to do. Please read the following information carefully and do not hesitate to ask any questions about anything that might not be clear to you. Make sure that you are happy and fully understand the information given before deciding if you wish to take part. Thank you for taking the time to consider this research study.
What is the purpose of the study?
The objective of this research is to compare if mental health has a greater impact on athletes’ motivation when playing team sports or individual sports. Self-reported anxiety, depression, and wellbeing will be examined between participants in individual sports (boxing) and team sports (football). Furthermore, motives for participating in sports include meeting friends and being a member of a team, as well as completing a task and enjoying the benefits of involvement.
Why have I been chosen?
You have been chosen for this study as you have replied to the emails and correspondence for recruiting participants. You have been chosen for this study because you satisfy the admission criteria in terms of must play a team or individual sport for at least 2 years, you are at least 18 years old and are currently not injured or taking medication for your mental health.
Do I have to take part?
No. Participation is entirely voluntary. It is up to you to decide whether or not you would like to take part. If you do decide to take part, you will be given this information sheet to keep. You will also be asked to sign a consent form. If you choose to take part, you can change your mind at any time and withdraw from the study without giving a reason.
What do I have to do?
As a participant of this study, you will be required to fill out questionnaires online. There will be four questionnaires to complete. One questionnaire will ask for some basic information while the three other questionnaires will ask you about your mental health and well-being. The survey will take about 15 minutes to complete. The information you provide will allow for the comparison of different aspects of mental health in team sport athletes differ to individual sport athletes.
Risks and/or disadvantages?
All participants involved in the study will sign a consent form, prior to signing the form the participants must read the information sheet. This shows me that they read and agreed to partake in the research project. However, due to the study asking mental health questions to the participants and therefore, charities and numbers will be displayed on the information sheet. This is to make sure they have someone to talk to if they feel they need to discuss their mental health well-being.
Are there any possible benefits in taking part?
By taking part in this study, you are potentially helping researchers comparing mental health in team and individual sport athletes.
What if new information becomes available?
If new information becomes available during the course of the study, you will be kept informed, and any options or requests/requirements will be fully explained. New information could result in termination of the study, withdrawal of certain participants and/or modification of the study
What is the purpose of the study?
The objective of this research is to compare if mental health has a greater impact on athletes’ motivation when playing team sports or individual sports. Self-reported anxiety, depression, and wellbeing will be examined between participants in individual sports (boxing) and team sports (football). Furthermore, motives for participating in sports include meeting friends and being a member of a team, as well as completing a task and enjoying the benefits of involvement.
Why have I been chosen?
You have been chosen for this study as you have replied to the emails and correspondence for recruiting participants. You have been chosen for this study because you satisfy the admission criteria in terms of must play a team or individual sport for at least 2 years, you are at least 18 years old and are currently not injured or taking medication for your mental health.
Do I have to take part?
No. Participation is entirely voluntary. It is up to you to decide whether or not you would like to take part. If you do decide to take part, you will be given this information sheet to keep. You will also be asked to sign a consent form. If you choose to take part, you can change your mind at any time and withdraw from the study without giving a reason.
What do I have to do?
As a participant of this study, you will be required to fill out questionnaires online. There will be four questionnaires to complete. One questionnaire will ask for some basic information while the three other questionnaires will ask you about your mental health and well-being. The survey will take about 15 minutes to complete. The information you provide will allow for the comparison of different aspects of mental health in team sport athletes differ to individual sport athletes.
Risks and/or disadvantages?
All participants involved in the study will sign a consent form, prior to signing the form the participants must read the information sheet. This shows me that they read and agreed to partake in the research project. However, due to the study asking mental health questions to the participants and therefore, charities and numbers will be displayed on the information sheet. This is to make sure they have someone to talk to if they feel they need to discuss their mental health well-being.
Are there any possible benefits in taking part?
By taking part in this study, you are potentially helping researchers comparing mental health in team and individual sport athletes.
What if new information becomes available?
If new information becomes available during the course of the study, you will be kept informed, and any options or requests/requirements will be fully explained. New information could result in termination of the study, withdrawal of certain participants and/or modification of the study