We want our editorial standards to be transparent and straightforward both for our readers and for our contributors. To that end, here’s an overview of our editorial process.
At Simply Psychology, our editorial standards ensure all content is of the highest quality and trustworthiness. Our editorial team works hard to ensure all articles meet our rigorous editorial standards of clarity, accuracy, quality sourcing, originality, and helpfulness.
Our editorial staff carefully reviews and approves every article published on our site. Each article is fact-checked, and writers must provide reputable sources for all statements and claims, such as peer-reviewed academic journals, government organizations, and medical associations.
Fact-Checking
Our team of qualified and experienced fact-checkers and reviewers is essential to our commitment to content integrity.
Every article is rigorously reviewed and edited to make sure it meets the standards of transparency and accountability that are expected of trustworthy information. This ensures information is accurate, up-to-date, and of the highest quality.
However, mental health content is intended to be informative and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding a medical condition.
Corrections
At Simply Psychology, we strive to keep articles comprehensive and up-to-date. Our editorial team routinely evaluates existing content to flag any articles that contain outdated or inaccurate information.
Articles are routinely assessed to ensure that they include the latest and most accurate information and facts, current statistics, and answer any new questions a reader may have.
Additionally, we strive to make it easy for our readers to bring any errors to our attention. We adhere to theSociety for Professional Journalists’foundations of ethical journalism and are committed to accuracy, fairness, minimizing harm, acting independently, and being accountable and transparent.
We invite reader feedback on our content and take immediate action to address any potential issues.
