Before you decide whether or not you want to take part in this research it is important for you to understand why the research is being done and what it will involve. Please read the following information carefully before you decide whether or not to participate.

What is the purpose of the project?
The current study aims to study how demographic factors are associated with personality factors of the general community in Malaysia.

What will happen to me if I take part?
By agreeing to participate in this study, you will be asked to answer a series of questions. There are no right, or wrong answers and you will need approximately 10 minutes to complete the survey.

Am I eligible to take part?
In order to participate, you have to be a Malaysian Living in Malaysia and at least 18 years old and above.

Do I have to take part?
No, giving your permission and taking part is entirely voluntary and will not have any impact on you. You are free to withdraw at any point during the survey, and your data will not be collected or used subsequently.

Will my answers be kept confidential?
Yes, your answers will be kept confidential and stored electronically in a password protected file that will not include any personal information about you. Your participation is entirely anonymous.

Is there any risk in this project?
Some personal questions that are sensitive in nature might lead to discomfort. You may refer to this mental health handbook for a list of mental health services should you need to seek
help: https://www.myhealthmylife.com.my/sites/default/files/2019-12/Mental_Health_Booklet_181119.pdf

Will I be given any compensation?
There will be no compensation given for participation in this study.

Who has reviewed this study?
This research project has been reviewed and approved by Department of Psychology Research Ethics Committee (Approval Code: 202107058). Please contact Department of Psychology Research Ethics Committee Chair, Dr. Eliza Berezina (e-mail: elizab@sunway.edu.my or tel. no: +603-7491-8622 ext. 7163) if there are inquiries about research participant's right.

Contact for Further Information
Thank you for taking the time to read this information sheet. Please feel free to contact me with any other questions or queries about this study. My contact details are below.

Principal Investigator:
Name: YuangQi Khoo
Bsc (Hons) Psychology Student Department of Psychology
School of Medical and Life Sciences Sunway University
Email: 18124099@imail.sunway.edu.my

Supervisor:
Name: Prof. Dr. Alvin Ng Lai Oon Department of Psychology
School of Medical and Life Sciences Sunway University
Email: alvinn@sunway.edu.my