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You are invited to participate in a research study designed to help in understanding how mothers and fathers are thought of in contemporary American culture. Because there are many different types of mothers and fathers, we are studying smaller groups based on their marital relationship (e.g., married, divorced residential, divorced non-residential, step-, never married, fathers in general, mothers in general, men in general, women in general, adoptive, gay fathers and lesbian mothers). By doing this research, we hope to benefit educators, policymakers, and the general public by having a broader understanding of mothers and fathers.
The project poses no more risk than individuals normally encounter in daily life. Your participation in this research is voluntary and confidential. There is no software loading on your computer, the data collection is confidential and you can choose to stop participating in this research at any time without any repercussions for you. Completing the survey should take no more than 15 minutes.

If you have any concerns about this research, you can contact the principal investigators:
Jessica Troilo(jetn83@mizzou.edu)
Melinda Markham (mssvxf@mizzou.edu)
Marilyn Coleman (colemanma@missouri.edu)
Lawrence Ganong (ganongl@missouri.edu)
or the Institutional Review Board from the University of Missouri at Phone: (573) 882-9585 FAX: (573) 884-0663, 483 McReynolds, Columbia, MO 65211 umcresearchcirb@missouri.edu

Thank you!

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Do you wish to participate
Yes
No