Editorial Guidelines
At Mindpath Health, accurate and compassionate mental health information helps people make confident decisions about their care. Every article is reviewed by qualified healthcare professionals and reviewed for clinical accuracy before it is published. This page explains how we do that.
Our editorial mission
Our goal is to make mental health information clear, trustworthy, and easy to understand. We write for patients, families, and anyone seeking to better understand mental health conditions, treatments, and care options. We are committed to accuracy, compassion, and clarity in everything we publish. Our content is educational and is meant to support the relationship between you and your healthcare provider, never to replace it.
How we create our content
Every article moves through a defined process before it reaches you.
Research and writing
Experienced health writers create our content using reputable, current sources, including peer-reviewed research, clinical guidelines, and trusted health organizations.
Editorial review
Editors review each article for clarity, accuracy, structure, and readability, and confirm that it meets our standards and voice.
Clinical review
Licensed clinicians, including psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and psychiatric nurse practitioners, review our content for medical accuracy and relevance. Our reviewers hold active licenses and bring direct clinical experience to their review.
Fact-checking
We verify claims, statistics, and citations against primary sources so the information is accurate and properly supported.
Ongoing updates
Mental health knowledge evolves, so we review and update our content on a regular schedule to keep it current and aligned with the latest clinical understanding.
Our writers, editors, and clinical reviewers
A team of qualified writers, editors, and licensed clinical reviewers creates our content. You will find the people responsible for each article in its byline, along with links to their bios and credentials. We list real names and qualifications because you should know who stands behind the information you read.
Our sourcing standards
We rely on credible, authoritative sources and prioritize primary sources wherever possible. These include peer-reviewed medical journals, professional medical and psychological associations, and government health agencies such as the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). We do not rely on sources that are unverified or that fail to meet our standards for accuracy.
Corrections and feedback
We take accuracy seriously. If you find an error or have a question about our content, contact us at press@mindpath.com. We review all feedback and correct errors promptly.
Medical disclaimer
The information on Mindpath Health is provided for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and you should not use it to make decisions about your care. Always talk to your own physician or a qualified health provider with any questions about a medical condition, and never disregard or delay seeking professional advice because of something you read here.
Last update: 7/16/2026