What You Need to Know to Participate

Study Title	Porn Abstinence Impact Challenge: Nighttime Wood Test
Principal Investigator	Matthew Amsden
Subinvestigator	Viral Patel, MD
Author	Christos Konstantinidis, Jordan Tsanev
Cost to Participate	$149 (Includes everything you need to participate)
Included Products & Services	Adam Sensor – Nocturnal Erection Tracker
Outcome Measures	Porn Consumption Survey, SDI-2, IIEF Survey, Adam Sensor data
Risks	Loss of privacy, confidentiality
Potential Benefits	There is a possibility that there will be no measurable benefit to you
Your Responsibilities	Follow study steps, complete surveys, report side effects
Your Rights	Participation is voluntary. You may leave at any time.
Contact	Email: help@efforia.com Phone Number: (646) 679-2479  Or click the chat button on your screen

👍 This table gives you the essentials. If you’d like more detail on any topic above—including risks, benefits, data privacy, or withdrawal rights—please read the full consent document below.

Introduction and Summary

Welcome to the "Porn Abstinence Impact Challenge: Nighttime Wood Test" research study on the Efforia platform. Your support makes this study possible, and we invite you to consider joining us. This document aims to help you understand the study’s purpose and procedures so you can make an informed decision about participating. Remember, participation is voluntary, and you can leave the study at any time without penalty. If you have any questions, please reach out before deciding.

Efforia is a citizen science platform where research studies are supported by you, the participants. Unlike regular research studies, you pay for all the supplies, services, information, and tools needed for participation at one time. This way, we can do studies that might not be possible otherwise.

Although you could buy these products and services separately for a similar cost, Efforia bundles them into one purchase for convenience. Efforia organizes these items and provides instructions to create a complete, data-driven research experience. This setup allows you to track and understand the impact that participating in the study may have on your own life through detailed reports, making it easier to make informed personal health decisions. It also helps advance research that can benefit others who might not be able to afford these products without guaranteed results.

Efforia is committed to equal participation. If the $149 cost of the Adam Sensor is too high for you, click the large Efforia logo at the top of the screen to explore other study opportunities. Efforia offers studies on various topics at different price points, including free options, so you can find one that suits your goals and budget.

Purpose of the Study

This study aims to understand the effects of pornography abstinence on nocturnal erections, mental clarity, libido, mood, and energy levels. We use the Adam Sensor, a device that tracks nocturnal erections, to gather data. You will also be asked to complete surveys such as the Weekly Porn Consumption Survey, Sexual Desire Inventory-2 (SDI-2) Survey, and the International Index of Erectile Function Survey.  We hope that the findings will contribute to scientific knowledge about the potential impacts of pornography consumption on personal health and well-being.  This study emphasizes the importance of understanding personal health indicators without judgment, and aims to enhance self-awareness and health insights.

The number of participants in this study will be determined by the number of people willing to sign up.

What You Will Do as Part of this Study

While participating in this research study, you will need to:

• Be willing and able to follow the study directions and procedures.
• Tell Efforia about any side effects or problems by communicating with help@efforia.com or online chat.
• Ask questions as you think of them, via help@efforia.com or online chat.
• Inform Efforia if you change your mind about staying in the study. You may leave the study at any time by communicating with help@efforia.com or via online chat.

If you agree to participate, you will first be asked to complete enrollment, payment, and enter your personal details, shipping details, and communication preferences.

The study spans 40 days, divided into two main phases. The first week (Days 1-7) is the Baseline Observation period, where you will continue your regular pornography usage to establish a baseline of your current state, including tracking nocturnal erections using the Adam Sensor.  The Adam Sensor is ring-like device worn at the base of the penis during sleep to track nocturnal erections by measuring changes in penile circumference.  It transmits data to the AdamHealth app. This phase also involves completing the following surveys: 

• Weekly Porn Consumption Survey: Questions about your use of pornography over the last week.
• Sexual Desire Inventory: Questions about your interest in engaging in sexual activity. 
• International Index of Erectile Function Survey: Questions about your sexual functioning and experiences.

From Day 8 to Day 38, you will enter a 30-day Abstinence Period, aiming to refrain from pornography. During this period, you are encouraged to track changes in nighttime erections, mental clarity, libido, mood, and energy levels.  You will be asked to use the Adam Sensor regularly, ideally for at least three  nights in a row, to monitor nocturnal erections.  You will also be asked to check-in every seven days to record your progress and reflections via the Weekly Porn Consumption Survey, the Sexual Desire Inventory, and the International Index of Erectile Function Survey.

You are encouraged to use tools like Google Calendar and Todoist to ensure consistency. Following the timeline and instructions are important to make sure the study results are reliable. 

Will There be Any Costs?

You will be responsible for certain costs related to your participation in this study, such as the $149 cost of the Adam Sensor. If you have any questions about the costs associated with this study, please contact Efforia.

Will I be Paid for Participating?  

You will not be paid for participating in this research study.

Personal and Overall Findings

Efforia will provide you with both personal outcomes as well as overall study findings. These findings will be made available at various points during the study or as they are discovered by Efforia. The results and findings may impact your interest and willingness to stay involved in the study. Participation is voluntary and you may stop the study at any time by e-mailing help@efforia.com.

Benefits of Being in the Study

There is a possibility that there will be no measurable benefit to you, other than seeing reports that the intervention or treatment had no measurable impact.

Risks Related to Study Participation

It is your responsibility to weigh the risks and benefits and decide if you should participate. You are encouraged to consult with your healthcare providers and conduct further research before enrolling in the study.

Known Risks

It is expected that the study will pose no more than minimal risk to you.  

Serious Adverse Reactions

If you experience any severe or concerning symptoms while participating in this study, please seek immediate medical attention by dialing 911. After receiving needed care, please contact Efforia using the information on the first page of this document to report the incident. This will help us track the safety and effectiveness of the treatment product and support ongoing research efforts.

Risks and Side Effects of the Adam Sensor

• Skin & Hair Reactions: Users may experience skin irritation or allergic reactions at the site of contact. These reactions are generally mild and resolve upon discontinuation of use.
• Personal Appearance Change: Extended use may cause temporary marks or indentations on the skin due to pressure or tightness of the device.

Efforia's Limitations in Providing Direct Medical Support

Efforia does not offer direct medical services or emergency response services. You are encouraged to maintain regular consultations with your healthcare providers.

Privacy and Security Risks

Your research records will be kept confidential to the extent permitted by applicable laws and/or regulations. Efforts will be made to keep your personal information private, however, total confidentiality cannot be guaranteed.   The results of this study may also be published or presented at medical meetings, but your identity will not be disclosed.

You should review the Efforia general privacy policy, which is available here: https://efforia.com/privacy-policy/

To download the app and use the Adam Sensor requires that you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy related to the app.  The app will collect and transmit personal health information about you.  Adam Health may then share data for purposes covered in the privacy policy.  The Terms of Use may appear to limit your legal rights, but you do not give up any legal rights by signing this form.

There may be very certain limits to the rights of your privacy:

• We may reach out to local help if we have reason to believe you may be a harm to yourself and/or others.
• Regulators, like the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or similar agency, or Institutional Review Boards may review records that have your identifying information.

What to do if you have a study related injury

If you experience any problems, side effects, or injuries related to the study, you should seek local medical care first, if necessary. Efforia cannot provide emergency medical care. It's important to contact Efforia after you've received any necessary treatment. You can contact Efforia at the contact details in the beginning of this consent.

Study related injury care and compensation

Efforia does not plan to offer financial compensation nor to absorb the costs of medical treatment should you be injured as a result of participating in this research. Efforia makes no commitment to provide free medical care or payment for any unfavorable outcomes resulting from participation in this research.

In the case of medical emergency

In the case of medical emergency please dial 911 immediately. You should contact Efforia after the emergency has passed. If at any time during the study you have any thoughts of hurting yourself or someone else, you can call the toll-free 24-hour National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or call or text 988.

Alternatives to Participating in the Study

You do not have to take part in this study. The alternatives are you may use the Adam Sensor  outside of your participation or you can choose not to participate. 

Your Rights as a Participant

 Your participation in this study is completely voluntary, and you are free to withdraw at any time without any consequences. You are not giving up any rights by signing this document.

Right to Your Own Results

You have the right to a complete explanation of the research once your participation has ended.

The Right to Leave a Study without Penalty at Any time

If you decide to withdraw from the study, you can do so at any time by visiting your Profile page, selecting "Your Protocols," and clicking "Leave." Upon leaving the study, a full refund will be issued upon the return of the product in accordance with our return policy. This ensures that you can participate in the study and that your purchases are handled fairly.

We will tell you of any information learned during this study that might cause you to change your mind about continuing to take part.   

Conflict of Interest Statement

As part of our commitment to ethical conduct and openness in our citizen science clinical trial, it is important to explain the unique structure of our study. This clinical trial is hosted by Efforia, but it is uniquely sponsored by you, the participants. Efforia serves as the platform provider and does not sponsor or influence the study outcomes.

Efforia takes a transaction fee on all the products and services included in this study. Otherwise, we have no financial interest or conflicts of interest. To further reduce conflicts of interest, we will remind you once if you do not complete enrollment in this study. We will not remarket to you, nor otherwise push you to join the study.

How we Reduce Conflicts of Interest

It is important that participants do not have any financial relationship with the intervention methods or measurement providers used in the study, nor should they be employees, investors, stakeholders, or protocol authors associated with these entities. Participation under such conflicts of interest could significantly affect the study's integrity and results.

Consequences of Conflict of Interest Non-Compliance

Should you fail to disclose such a conflict of interest or if a breach of this policy is discovered, you will be subject to immediate suspension from this platform and payments may not be refunded.

By joining this study, you affirm that you understand the above conflict of interest restrictions and agree to follow them. Your participation is valued, and your commitment to following these guidelines helps make sure that our collective scientific efforts are accurate and reliable.

Data Protections

Data will be collected, used, and protected in compliance with data protection laws.

What you can do to improve your privacy and security

As part of participating in this study, you will receive notifications via e-mail, SMS, or push notification when new study tasks like questionnaires and reminders are ready for you. You can adjust your communication preferences in the Efforia application at any time. If you do not want to receive notifications from this study, please do not press the Accept button. You can decide not to join this study, and will not receive notifications. To ensure others don’t see these alerts, you should make sure your phone or desktop computer and your e-mail accounts are protected by a password, pin, or other form of “access control.” You should also avoid sharing your accounts with others or sharing your account passwords. You can learn more about Your Privacy and Security rights on Efforia here: https://efforia.com/privacy-policy.

Who will have access to your data?

Efforia will have access to your data. There may be partners who also have access to your data (like connected health devices).

What will we do with your data?

We will use the data to show you your own personal results and pool your results with other participants to provide general outcomes. We will not use your information connected with your name or anything that connects the data with you without your permission.

California Experimental Research Subject’s Bill of Rights

Information about the California Experimental Research Subject Bill of Rights is available on Efforia. Learn more about your rights by viewing the Efforia privacy policy.

A description of this clinical trial will be available on https://www.ClinicalTrials.gov, as required by U.S. Law.  This Web site will not include information that can identify you.  At most, the Web site will include a summary of the results. You can search this Web site at any time.

Who to Contact for Questions or Concerns

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about this study or to report a study-related injury, contact:
Email: HELP@EFFORIA.COM
Phone Number: (646) 679-2479
OR CLICK THE CHAT BUTTON ON YOUR SCREEN

If you are unable to reach anyone with the contact information listed above and you require immediate (life-threatening) medical attention, please go to the nearest emergency room.
An institutional review board (IRB) is an independent committee that helps to protect the rights and welfare of research participants. If you have any questions about your rights and welfare as a research participant, or have concerns or complaints regarding this research study, please contact Univo IRB at (919) 910-7743 or via email at info@univo-group.com.  

Participant Consent

Efforia and Univo IRB have reviewed the information in this consent form. You must consider the information in this consent form for yourself and decide if you want to be in this study. If you have questions, please contact help@efforia.com. It is up to you to do additional research and talk to your physician before joining a study.

By signing below, I agree that:

• I have read this consent document and understand the purpose, procedures, and risks of the research described in this study.
• I have had the chance to ask questions and they have been answered to my satisfaction.
• I understand that taking part in this study is voluntary.
• I agree to participate in this study as explained in this Informed Consent Form. 
• I give permission to use and share my data as described in this

document.  

I will receive a copy of this document after I have signed and dated it.

I may choose not to be in the study or to leave the study at any time by following the instructions provided above. I will not be penalized or lose any benefits to which I am otherwise entitled.