Heaney, Suzanne
Galeotti, Martina
Aventin, Áine
Funding for this research was provided by:
Department of Economy
Article History
Received: 17 April 2023
Accepted: 9 July 2023
First Online: 21 July 2023
Declarations
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: Both studies gained ethical approval from Queen’s University Belfast Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences Research Ethics Committee (Study 1 Reference: MHLS 20_99; Study 2 Reference: MHLS 20_40). All methods were performed in accordance with relevant guidelines and regulations. Participants in both studies were provided with written information about the respective studies and written informed consent was obtained from all participants. The researchers highlighted to all participants their right to withdraw at any stage, without providing a reason. For Study 2, the option to pause, stop or reschedule the interview was also indicated. Due to the nature of the research and potential emotional effect on participants, both studies had detailed distress protocols, and all participants were provided with details of relevant support organisations.
: Not applicable.
: The authors declare no competing interests.