We will ask your permission to videotape your visit so that we can watch them later in order to code them (i.e., create numerical scores from the observations that are then used to analyze group findings). Trained research assistants under Dr. Dennis’ supervision will be the only staff members who have access to the videotapes which are stored in locked cabinets in locked rooms.

The videotapes and all questionnaires will remain confidential. All staff members are trained in keeping the information in questionnaires and videotapes confidential.

To guarantee your confidentiality, we use a numbering system and the only place where this number and your name are linked is on our copy and your copy of the consent form. The identities of all of our participants are coded by these assigned numbers. The videotape and questionnaires only have the numbers. We lock up the consent forms in Dr. Dennis’ office and only she has access to them.

Your responses to the questionnaires will be recorded in a computer file that will be printed and stored in a locked file cabinet in Dr. Tracy Dennis’ office for at least three years.

Only group data will be reported in any reports or publications derived from this research. Your name or other identifying information will not be used in the reporting of data. No one except the research professor and assistants will know if you participated in this study.

The researcher is mandated to report to the proper authorities suspected child abuse, and any indications that you are in imminent danger of harming yourself or others.

Your participation is voluntary so you are free to say you don't want to do something. You have the right to stop participating at any time. We hope that you will let us know at any time if you have a concern about a question or a procedure.