Sexual Violence and Involuntary Admission

The purpose of this research is to understand the experiences and perceptions of sexual violence survivors who have been involuntarily hospitalized due to sexual trauma-related mental health impacts. The study aims to explore how involuntary hospitalization affects survivors’ sense of autonomy and trust in the mental health system.

You will be asked to complete a screener survey to determine eligibility that will take about 5 minutes. If you are eligible, you will be asked questions about your perceptions and experiences relating to your involuntary hospitalization. The survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete.

You must be 18 years of age or older, have experienced sexual violence, and have been involuntarily hospitalized due to
the impacts of that experience. There is no compensation for participating in this study.

Your participation in this study is voluntary. You are free to withdraw your consent and discontinue participation in this study at any time without prejudice or penalty. Your decision to participate or not participate in this study will in no way affect your relationship with UCF, including continued enrollment, grades, employment or your relationship with the individuals who may have an interest in this study.

All information you provide will be kept confidential and will not be seen by anyone other than the investigators listed above at UCF. All data collected will be kept in password-protected databases and will be stored for a minimum of 5 years after study closure.

Results of this study may be published. However, the data obtained from you will be combined with data from others. The published results will not include any information that would personally identify you in any way. Study contact for questions about the study or to report a problem: If you have questions, concerns, or complaints please contact Dr. Kim Gryglewicz, Faculty Supervisor, College of Health Professions and Sciences by email at kgryglew@ucf.edu.

IRB contact about your rights in this study or to report a complaint: If you have questions about your rights as a research participant, or have concerns about the conduct of this study, please contact the UCF IRB office at 407-823-2901, irb@ucf.edu, or use the QR code to complete a feedback form.

Resources: We understand that the information you share may be sensitive in nature. If you become upset, feel distressed, or would like to talk to someone, please contact 988, 24-hour/7 days a week confidential support line.