| Approved on: | 2024-07-29 |
| Brief purpose of the study: | The purpose of this study is to explore current students’ experiences of anti-fat bias to operationalize the behaviors that communicate this bias in school settings. |
| Brief summary of what participants will be asked to do: | Participants are asked to complete a 5 minute pre-screener to determine eligibility, and if found eligible to participate in our research study that includes a semi-structured interview we anticipate to take between 30 minutes to 60 minutes about their experiences, and a 30 minute follow up meeting to ensure appropriate interpretation of interview data. |
| Basic eligibility criteria: | - 13 through 18 years old
- Currently attending public school within the United States
- Wear at least a size 12 in women’s, 11-13 in junior's or size 34 in men's clothing or above OR have met this size criteria at some point in their educational experience |
| Study contact for more information: | Raisa Fountain rfgmx@missouri.edu (618) 707 0067
Shannon Holmes holmessr@missouri.edu |
| IRB Number: | 2103807 MU |
