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EDITORIAL STANDARDS

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Our standards for accuracy, attribution, transparency, disclosures, corrections and respectful reporting.

Accuracy and attribution

We verify names, dates, quotations and material claims and link or attribute sources wherever practical.

Transparency and corrections

We correct substantive errors promptly and identify meaningful updates. Concerns may be sent to media@steadyground.org.

Conflicts and disclosures

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Paid or commissioned work is labeled prominently and is never presented as independent reporting.

Artificial intelligence

AI may support transcription, research organization or editing, but humans remain responsible for verification, rights and publication decisions.

Wellness reporting

We report on mental health, suicide prevention and trauma with dignity, care and appropriate crisis resources.

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