Publishing Principles

Welcome to CraigChamberlin.us, a site devoted to practical, faith-informed guidance for people navigating anxiety, panic attacks, and nervous-system dysregulation. The sections below outline our editorial standards, ownership details, feedback and corrections processes, ethical commitments, and diversity policies.

1. Publishing Principles

We aim to publish evidence-based, compassionate resources that blend nervous-system science, psychology, and Christian spirituality so readers can calm their bodies, renew their minds, and strengthen their faith.

Experience-Driven — Content draws on Craig’s personal journey with anxiety plus 20 years of web education.
Evidence & Scripture — References include peer-reviewed studies and balanced NIV Bible interpretation.
Accessibility — Plain language at an 8th-grade reading level unless clinical precision demands otherwise.
Transparency — Sources, citations, and any affiliate relationships are always disclosed.
E-E-A-T Alignment — We follow Google’s Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trust guidelines.

Internal-linking rule: Each new article links to at least two existing resources in the same topic pillar, reinforcing topical relevance.

Editorial Workflow

Audience & Mission Alignment — Each idea begins with one question: “How will this help someone facing anxiety or panic?” Pitches that serve the mission move forward.
Source Scoping — Identify primary research (PubMed, APA journals), authoritative mental-health organizations, lived-experience narratives, and relevant Scripture passages.
Structured Outline — Build an outline that balances science, spirituality, and practical application; include provisional citations and suggested visuals for accessibility.
Drafting — Write in WordPress Gutenberg using plain language (≈ 8th-grade reading level) and trauma-informed wording; embed citations as footnotes or in-text links.
Review — Editor reviews for clarity, inclusivity, and potential triggers; a diversity checklist ensures broad representation.
Copyedit & Style Pass — Enforce house style (grammar, tone, NIV Scripture formatting, accessibility alt text); ensure all disclosures and disclaimers are present.
Pre-Publication Checklist — Finalize images (compressed & descriptively captioned), test internal/external links, and add structured “Last Reviewed” metadata.
Publish & Engage — Publish the article, share to email list and social channels, and open comments for moderated discussion.
Post-Publication Monitoring — Track reader feedback and emerging research; respond to substantive comments within 72 hours.
Scheduled Re-Review — Re-evaluate content every 12 months—or sooner if new evidence emerges—to update facts, links, and pastoral guidance.

2. Ownership & Funding Information

CraigChamberlin.us is 100 % owned and operated by Craig Chamberlin, an Indiana-based educator and web developer. The site is self-funded; operating costs are covered through:

Contextual Ads served by Google AdSense
Affiliate Links (Amazon, ChristianBook, etc.)
Digital Products such as downloadable guides and video courses

Advertising or affiliate revenue never influences editorial decisions. No outside grants or institutional funding are accepted as of this update.

3. Actionable Feedback Policy

We welcome reader engagement and commit to transparent, timely responses.

Feedback Channels — Email [email protected], on-page comment forms, and social-media DMs (@craigchamberlin).
Response Time — All substantive inquiries receive a reply within 72 hours.
Public Q&A — Common questions may be featured in FAQ updates or new articles (with permission and anonymity).
Data Privacy — Personal details shared in feedback are used solely to address the inquiry unless explicit consent is given.

4. Corrections Policy

If you spot an error, please email [email protected]. Verified factual mistakes are corrected within 48 hours. Each correction is logged at the foot of the article with a timestamp and description of the change.

5. Ethics Policy

Integrity — No undisclosed sponsored content or ghost-written pieces.
Originality — All articles pass plagiarism checks; quotations are properly cited.
Medical Disclaimer — Content is educational, not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment.
Conflicts of Interest — Any potential conflict is fully disclosed in the relevant post.
Data Security — We use SSL encryption and minimal data collection practices.

6. Diversity Policy (Editorial Content)

We recognize anxiety affects people of every background. Therefore, we:

Use inclusive language and avoid stigmatizing terms (“crazy,” “addict”).
Feature diverse perspectives in examples, interviews, and images (age, gender, race, denomination).
Prioritize sources from a range of scholars, clinicians, and faith traditions.
Review content for unconscious bias and update when necessary.

7. Diversity Staffing Report

Current Staff Size: 1 (Craig Chamberlin).

CraigChamberlin.us follows a strict non-discrimination policy in all hiring and contracting decisions: opportunities are offered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Selection is based solely on qualifications, lived experience, and alignment with our mission to support people facing anxiety and panic.

Because the organization is presently a sole proprietorship, demographic statistics are not yet meaningful. If the team expands, we will publish an annual diversity report here.

Last updated: July 10, 2025

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