Hi there,
I'm not quite sure what you mean about identifying myself as a researcher. As stated in my post, I am a Masters student completing my research project. For further information, I am from the University of Exeter, School of Psychology.
Regarding approval, it clearly states in the debrief that "This study has been reviewed and approved by the School of Psychology Ethics Review Board" [university of Exeter] and the contact details of both my supervisor and the chair of the ethics committee are given should anyone have any problems regarding the study.
When submitting an application, one has to give exact details of the methodology to be used, and this method (using forums, twitter and general social media) was approved. The questionnaire itself was also, obviously, approved. It was a track A application, meaning there is very little risk of harm coming to participants from completing this questionnaire! (phew! )
I hope that reassures you! If you are not reassured, please don't feel obliged to fill it out; though I can guarantee it is an excellent 5 minute procrastination!
Thanks,
Alice