Editorial Policy
Sourcing Standards
All statistics published on these pages are drawn from (a) peer-reviewed clinical trials and published research, (b) nationally recognized polling organizations (KFF, Pew Research Center, CDC, IQVIA), or (c) our own original consumer surveys fielded via Prolific. Every statistic includes an inline source citation with the publishing organization, date, and URL where available.
Fact-Checking & Verification
All data points are verified against the original source before publication. Where multiple sources report similar data, we prioritize the most recent publication from the highest-authority source. Discrepancies between sources are noted inline.
Updates & Corrections
Research pages are reviewed and updated regularly. All pages display a 'Last updated' timestamp. Material corrections are logged in our Changelog. If you believe a statistic on these pages is incorrect or outdated, please contact [email protected].
Medical & Clinical Review
Survey questions are reviewed for clinical accuracy and neutral wording by a licensed healthcare professional. This review covers question clarity and neutrality — it does not constitute clinical validation of findings or medical endorsement. The reviewer's role is precisely described on each applicable page.
Reviewer details will be added upon completion of the first survey wave.
No Commercial Influence
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Funding Transparency
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