Editorial Policy
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Sophrology Guide writes about a practice that touches on health and wellbeing, so we hold ourselves to clear standards. This page explains them.
Our sources
We base our articles on sources we can name and link to:
- peer-reviewed studies, usually found through PubMed
- public health agencies, such as the US National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health
- professional bodies and established training schools, for information about the method, training and professional standards
- reference works and historical sources for the history of sophrology
Every article ends with a list of the sources it relies on. When sources disagree, we say so.
How we describe the evidence
Research on sophrology is still limited. We describe studies accurately, including their size and limitations, and we don’t present promising results as proof. We never describe sophrology as a cure or treatment for a medical condition, and we encourage readers to see a qualified professional about health problems.
Exercises and safety
Our exercises are adapted from techniques widely taught in introductory sophrology and written so they can be followed safely without a practitioner. Each one includes timings, gentler variations and notes on who should take extra care. They aren’t a substitute for training with a qualified sophrologist.
How articles are produced
Articles are researched and written by Sophrology Guide using the sources listed on each page. We may use software tools, including AI writing assistants, to help with research and drafting. Before we publish, we check every factual claim against its source. We don’t invent experts, quotes, testimonials or personal experiences.
Reviews and updates
Every article shows the date it was published and, where relevant, the date it was last updated. We review our articles regularly, at least once a year, and update them when new research or changes in training and regulation make it necessary.
Corrections
If you spot an error, please email contact@sophrologyguide.com and tell us the page and the problem. We’ll check it and correct factual mistakes promptly. When a correction changes the meaning of an article, we say so on the page.
Independence and advertising
We choose topics and recommendations based on what’s useful for our readers. Affiliate relationships never decide what we write or how we describe something, and we don’t accept payment for positive coverage. If we ever publish sponsored content, it will be clearly labeled. Read more in our affiliate disclosure.