Evaluating the effect of message framing on behaviors among LGBTQ+ young adults: Aim 3 Randomized Control Trial.
This research study will examine the effect of message framing on young adult tobacco/nicotine users, as well as their perceptions of public health education messages over a six-week period.
The Ohio State University’s PS LGBTQ+ Equity Lab is conducting a research study to examine the effect of framing on public health education messages and perceptions among young adults who use nicotine and/or tobacco. We are seeking participants aged 18-35 who are current users of cigarettes or nicotine vapes. Participants will receive compensation of up to $200 for participating.
If you are interested in participating, please take our screener survey here [Click here to take the screener]. If you have any questions, you can contact us at lgbtqhealth@osu.edu . For more details read below:
Description: The purpose of this research study is to examine the effect of message framing on young adult tobacco/nicotine users, as well as their perceptions of public health education messages over a six-week period. We hope participation in this research study will aid in future LGBTQ+ and tobacco-related research.
After enrollment, participants will complete all study activities online or on a mobile device. At the beginning of the study, participants will complete a baseline survey. Over the next 6 weeks, participants will receive 3 MMS messages via their mobile phone each week, and one additional check-in text message. After the 6-week texting period, participants will take a survey discussing their opinions on the images they received. Additionally, 40 participants will be randomly selected for an interview. Six weeks after the initial study period ends (12 weeks from baseline), participants will be invited to participate in a follow-up survey.
Study Duration:
This research study will take place over a 12-week period. The baseline, 6-week post, and 12-week follow-up surveys should all take approximately 10-15 minutes. Each check-in text sent over the 6-week study period should take participants 1-2 minutes to review. For those selected for an interview, it should take about 30 minutes of their time.
Potential Compensation:
- Baseline survey: $30
- Weekly text prompt: $5 for each weekly prompt response (up to $30 total)
- 6-week follow-up survey: $40
- Interview (only 40 participants will be chosen to participate): $50
- 12-week follow-up survey: $50
Total maximum incentives: $200
Payment will be via the online gift card vendor, Virtual Incentives.
Eligibility: To find out if you are eligible, please take our screener survey here [Click here to take the screener]. If you have any questions, you can contact us at lgbtqhealth@osu.edu .