College of Psychology
Nova Southeastern UniversityStudy Title: Development of the Sexual Abuse Severity Scale: A Pilot Study
Help Us Create a Future of Understanding and Support for CSA Survivors
Use your experience to guide psychologists in creating a tool for understanding the real impact of childhood sexual abuse. Start the SurveyYour Experience Matters: Participate Confidentially to Help Others
Many people who endured childhood sexual abuse have found strength in their stories. Your experiences are unique and valuable, and sharing them could be the key to creating new tools that help professionals understand and measure the impact of childhood abuse.
We understand the importance of privacy and respect. By confidentially sharing your experiences through our survey, you will help create a scale that measures the severity of childhood sexual abuse—a tool that can lead to better care and understanding for many.
You’ll also receive a $15 gift card in appreciation of your time and commitment. By taking an hour to complete this survey, you’re making a powerful statement about the importance of survivor voices in psychological research. Let’s pave the way toward a world where every survivor feels heard, understood, and valued.
What happens if I choose to be in this study?
- You will read a consent form with a summary of this study and more details
- You can expect the survey to take about 1 hour
- You will be asked to complete several questionnaires
- You will be asked to provide information regarding your past experiences
- You must be 18 years or older, have fluency in English, located in the United States, and have at least one unwanted experience or sexual trauma before the age of 18
- You will receive a $15 Amazon gift card for participating in the study
Join us in creating a foundation of empathy and understanding—one answer at a time.
For More Information:
To learn more or see if you are eligible to participate, contact
Amy Ellis, Ph.D., Principle Investigator: severityscaleresearch@nova.edu