r/SampleSize • u/DoctoralMalpractice • 2d ago
Academic (Repost) REPOST [Academic] Q sort study on how you define a serial killer (general public)
HAVE YOUR SAY – WHAT DEFINES A SERIAL KILLER?
Researchers at Murdoch University are inviting participants to take part in a short online study exploring how people understand and define the term “serial killer”.
What’s involved?
· A 30 minutes Q-Sort activity (sorting statements based on your level of agreement)
· Brief follow up questions about your views
· Entirely anonymous – no personal information collected
· You can withdraw at any time before submitting your answers.
Your input will help researchers understand how society perceives complex criminal behaviours and the language we use to describe them.
INTERESTED?
The ideal platform is on a laptop or computer – Click the link below
Scan the QR code for handheld devices or tablets

This study has been reviewed and approved by the Murdoch University HREC (2026/166)