Just Stop Dating is committed to publishing content that is accurate, responsibly sourced, and transparent about its evidentiary basis. Although we are not a news media outlet, we apply rigorous verification standards to all educational and editorial content addressing psychological concepts, relationship science, and cultural analysis.
Editorial Verification Practices
Before publication, each article undergoes an internal review process to ensure:
- Factual accuracy of cited statistics, dates, definitions, and research findings.
- Appropriateness of psychological terminology, including adherence to DSM-5 language where applicable.
- Proper attribution to original studies, clinical frameworks, or expert consensus statements.
Sources are prioritized in the following order:
- Peer-reviewed scientific literature (e.g., PubMed, PsycINFO, Google Scholar)
- Reports or guidelines from public health or academic institutions
- Books or essays by credentialed experts
- Lived experiences and narrative accounts (clearly marked as anecdotal or reflective)
Use of AI and Secondary Content
If AI tools are used in the initial drafting process, all content is subsequently reviewed and fact-checked by a human editor with domain knowledge. No AI-generated content is published without verification.
Citation and Source Transparency
- Scientific or technical claims are cited with links, DOIs, or publication names where feasible.
- We distinguish between empirical evidence, expert opinion, and personal interpretation.
- When a source is not publicly available (e.g., internal interviews, anonymized submissions), the rationale for inclusion is noted.
Corrections and Ongoing Review
We regularly audit high-traffic or clinically relevant pages for updated information. Readers may submit fact-checking concerns to [email protected], and if a correction is warranted, it will be handled per our Corrections Policy.
Last Modified Date: 04/30/2025
