Type of Study:

Observational

Study Design:

Time Perspective: Cross-Sectional

Outcome Measure:

Survey respondents are presented with scenarios that seek to elicit views and attitudes on the concepts of personal responsibility, and the acceptability of financial incentives. The analysis will present these views and attitudes in aggregate form.

Outcome Description:

Attitudes are measured using 5 point Likert scales, indicating the extent of agreement or disagreement with particular scenarios or questions. Other forms of multiple choice options are also used, in which respondents express their preferences by selecting one option over others. At the end of the surveys, an open text box is provided for general comments.

Outcome Time Frame:

2 weeks

Safety Issue:

No

Principal Investigator

Kevin Volpp, Ph.D, M.D.

Investigator Role:

Principal Investigator

Investigator Affiliation:

School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania

Authority:

United States: Institutional Review Board

Study ID:

814399

NCT ID:

NCT01457976

Start Date:

September 2011

Completion Date:

October 2011

Related Keywords:

• Obesity
• Colon Cancer
• cancer
• obesity
• personal responsibility
• Colonic Neoplasms
• Obesity

Name	Location
Online survey	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania