Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. We’re here to share trusted and compassionate information to help you find a happier, more balanced life.
It’s our duty and responsibility to help you explore mental health and psychology topics in a way that’s approachable, personal, and stigma-free. We work hard to break down complex health jargon, reflect the latest research, and present the most accurate information in a way that empowers you to take an active role in understanding the way your mind works.
Verywell Mind answers your mental health questions in the very moments they matter most to you. Just like your physical health, we understand mental health is a journey, so we intend to be your partner along the way, equipping you with the information necessary to make informed and actionable choices. Every year, we help 150 million people who come to Verywell Mind seeking answers to their health questions.
Our mission is simple—help you prioritize your mental health and find balance.
Subject-Matter Expert Writers
Our writers are notable voices in their respective disciplines, from physicians to therapists to mindfulness experts. These individuals are specifically selected for their extensive knowledge and real-world experience, as well as their ability to communicate complex information in a clear, helpful, and unbiased way.
Diverse Voices
We have a renewed commitment to help all people navigate their health and well-being—regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, culture, geography, body type, ability, or experience. We are invested in working with BIPOC health writers, Review Board members, expert sources, illustrators, photographers, and more to create, edit, and enhance our content—not just on isolated topics of race, but across our brands’ coverage. ReadVerywell’s Diversity and Inclusion Pledgeto learn more about our promise of diversity, inclusion, and equity.
Our highly-skilled editorial team manages all of our content. Each individual piece of content has several people behind it working to make sure that it’s responsible, accurate, understandable, helpful, trustworthy, comprehensive, up-to-date, and inclusive.
Review Board
OurReview Board, comprised of board-certified physicians and psychiatrists, licensed psychotherapists and social workers, and other mental health counselors, vets content containing statements of medical fact. They work tirelessly to provide the necessary critique that ensures our information is accurate and current.
Fact Check
Our team of qualified and experienced fact checkers provides a critical step in our commitment to content integrity. Fact checkers rigorously review medical statements, claims, and recommendations for accuracy and timeliness. We rely only on the most current and reputable primary references, including peer-reviewed medical journals, government organizations, academic institutions, and advocacy associations. Sources are listed both inline and at the bottom of every article.
News
Now, more than ever, people are going online for their news. It is our responsibility to ensure every piece of news published on Verywell Mind is held to the highest standards of clarity, accuracy, thoughtfulness, and trustworthy reporting.
We rely on primary sources, input from credentialed medical experts, and a team of conscientious news writers and thorough fact checkers to provide you with the latest and most important updates in the world of mental health. From groundbreaking research to new treatments for mental health conditions, Verywell Mind goes beyond breaking news—we provide the context and insights needed to keep you and your family informed.
References, Sources, and Citations
We fact-check medical statements, claims, and suggestions with the most current primary references, including peer-reviewed medical journals, government organizations, academic institutions, and advocacy associations. Sources are listed both inline and at the bottom of every article.
(Verywell favors human research and proven treatments, though relevant animal research and experimental/alternative treatments may be reported if that’s all that’s available to promote an understanding of a topic.)
Up-to-Date Information
Times change and so does information. With help from our subject-matter experts and Review Board, our editorial team routinely evaluates our existing content every few months to ensure all information is updated and reflective of the most current research, guidelines, and statistics.
The Verywell Voice
Our authoritative yet compassionate voice echoes our intention to be your partner as you proudly navigate your healthy relationship with your mind. We give you the advice and next steps you need to discover a happier, healthier, and more balanced life.
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