Welcome to the Just Stop Dating Encyclopedia

Creating a new article is a great way to contribute to our growing resource on dating science. Before you begin, please read this guide thoroughly to understand our standards and processes. Are You New to editing? We recommend first contributing to existing articles to familiarize yourself with our style and standards before creating a new article.

The basics

All articles must be based on published, reliable sources that demonstrate the topic’s importance in dating research. We summarize these sources – we don’t publish original theories or personal observations.

Before you start writing

Are you connected to the topic?

If you have a personal or professional relationship with your proposed topic (e.g., you’re writing about your own research or organization), please disclose this relationship in your submission.

Search for existing coverage

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Just Stop Dating Encyclopedia

We invite researchers to submit evidence-based articles about dating science, psychology, and sociology. Your original, well-researched content will expand this public resource, helping others understand modern relationships through verified data and peer-reviewed studies. Articles must cite reliable sources, maintain neutrality, and follow academic standards. This is a chance to share expertise while building a credible knowledge base about dating behaviors and trends.

Submitting an Article to the Encyclopedia

• Articles must be based on verifiable research from independent, reliable sources
• If you have a personal connection to the topic, consider suggesting it instead of writing it yourself
• Check that your topic isn’t already covered in any of the encyclopedia articles
• All factual claims must include inline citations to published sources
• Articles must be original content written in your own words

Shortcuts

• Submission guidelines
• Notability criteria
• Finding sources
• Creating your draft

Notability criteria

Your topic must meet our notability standards to warrant a standalone article. In general, this means:

• The topic has received significant coverage in multiple independent, reliable sources
• Sources provide substantive analysis rather than brief mentions
• Coverage comes from secondary sources (analysis and interpretation) rather than primary materials

If your topic doesn’t meet these criteria, it may be better suited as an addition to an existing related article.

Subject-specific guidelines

• Research studies: Should be published in peer-reviewed journals
• Dating theories: Must have academic recognition beyond a single researcher
• Trends/phenomena: Require documentation in reputable sociological sources

Finding and using sources

Reliable sources include:

• Peer-reviewed academic journals
• Books from reputable publishers
• Reputable media outlets with fact-checking

Avoid:

• Personal blogs or websites
• Press releases or promotional materials
• Sources with clear conflicts of interest

Citation style

Use APA citation format with inline citations for all factual claims. Example: Recent studies show changing patterns in online dating behavior (Smith, 2022; Johnson & Lee, 2023).

Creating your draft

Article structure

1. Lead section: Concise overview defining the concept
2. History/background: Development of the theory or phenomenon
3. Research findings: Key studies and their conclusions
4. Current perspectives: Academic debate or evolving understanding
5. References: Complete list of cited sources

Content guidelines

Do:

• Summarize sources in your own words
• Maintain neutral, academic tone
• Cover multiple perspectives when they exist

Don’t:

• Include original theories or unpublished data
• Use promotional language
• Make claims about future developments

Submission process

1. Complete your draft following all guidelines
2. Ensure all claims are properly cited
3. Submit using the form below
4. Our editorial team will review within 2-3 weeks
5. You may be asked to make revisions

By submitting, you agree to our Contributor Terms and Conditions and confirm the content is original.

Submission form

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Need help?

• Email our editorial team with your submission
• Review our style guide and frequently asked questions about contributions

Helpful Writing Resources

• Google Scholar – Find academic sources
• APA Style Guide – Citation rules
• Pew Research – Dating trend data