Last Updated: October 25, 2026
Have questions about Behavior Secrets? You’re in the right place. Below you’ll find answers to the questions readers ask us most often — about who we are, how we create content, what we cover, and how to get in touch.
About the Site
What is Behavior Secrets?
Behavior Secrets is a plain-language psychology resource. We publish explainers on mental health conditions, the science of emotions and habits, relationships and attachment, everyday wellness, and Psychology Q&A, which answers common questions about the mind from published research.
Our goal is simple: help you understand what is happening in your mind or your relationships clearly enough to make a good decision — including the decision to see a professional.
Who operates Behavior Secrets?
Behavior Secrets is operated by BrightPath Digital, L.L.C-FZ, a company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. We are a small editorial team producing content through a combination of AI-assisted drafting and human editorial review. Each section has a named editor: Andra O. (Mental Health), Mara C. (Relationships), Miruna G. (Wellness) and Izabela T. (Psychology Q&A). Our editors are not clinicians.
Is this site a substitute for therapy?
No. Nothing here is a diagnosis, a treatment plan, or a replacement for a licensed professional who knows your history. We write so that your conversation with a professional is easier to start and better informed. See our Disclaimer.
Why should I trust the information on this site?
We take accuracy seriously. Here is why you can trust our content:
- Authoritative sources: We rely on NIMH, NIH, CDC, WHO, the APA, SAMHSA, NICE, and peer-reviewed research
- Human editorial review: Every article is reviewed by a human editor before publication — we do not publish AI output without oversight
- Safety rules: We follow safe-messaging guidance on suicide and self-harm and point readers to crisis services where relevant
- Transparent corrections: When we get something wrong, we correct it and document the change with a dated notice
- No advertiser influence: Our editorial decisions are independent from our revenue sources. See our Advertiser Disclosure
- Clear disclosures: We disclose our use of AI tools and any material connections; our articles carry no affiliate links
Content and Accuracy
Who creates the content on Behavior Secrets?
Our content is created by our editorial team using AI-assisted drafting tools (large language models such as Google Gemini and Anthropic Claude) combined with review by a named human editor. We use AI as a research and writing tool — not as an autonomous publisher.
Our process:
- Editors select topics from the questions people commonly ask and from developments in clinical guidance
- We identify authoritative sources relevant to the topic
- AI tools draft the article following detailed editorial guidelines
- The section editor reviews the draft for accuracy, clarity, tone and safety
- The article is fact-checked against our source tier hierarchy before publication
- Published articles are reviewed annually or when clinical guidance changes
For full details, see our Editorial Policy.
How do you ensure your information is accurate?
We use a tiered source hierarchy:
- Tier 1 (highest priority): NIMH, NIH and the National Library of Medicine, CDC, WHO, the American Psychological Association, the American Psychiatric Association (DSM-5-TR), SAMHSA, NICE
- Tier 2: Peer-reviewed journals, Cochrane reviews, academic medical centers such as Mayo Clinic, Harvard Health and Johns Hopkins Medicine
- Tier 3: Established consumer health publications with named clinical reviewers
When sources conflict, we prioritize health agencies, professional bodies and peer-reviewed research over consumer publications.
How often is content updated?
- Routine updates: Evergreen articles are reviewed annually. Seasonal content is reviewed before each relevant season
- Triggered updates: We update articles when a diagnostic manual or a major clinical guideline (APA, NIMH, NICE) changes, or when a reader shows us that something is out of date
Articles revised after publication show an “Updated” date next to the original one.
What if I find an error in an article?
Please report it — we genuinely want to know. Email contact@behaviorsecrets.com with the subject line “Error Report” and include:
- The URL of the article
- What you believe is incorrect
- A source or citation showing the correct information (if available)
We will acknowledge your report within 24–48 hours, investigate within 5 business days, and correct verified errors promptly.
Using Our Content
Is the information on this site personalized to my situation?
No. All content on this site is general educational information. It is not tailored to your history, health, or circumstances, and it is not a diagnosis. If you recognise yourself in an article, talk to a licensed professional. In the United States the APA Psychologist Locator and the SAMHSA treatment locator can help you find one.
What should I do in a crisis?
Do not wait for an article. If you are thinking about harming yourself or someone else, or you are in immediate danger:
- United States: call or text 988 (988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line)
- Immediate danger anywhere: call your local emergency number (911 in the US, 112 in the EU, 999 in the UK)
- Outside the US: findahelpline.com lists free, confidential crisis lines by country
Can I suggest a question for Psychology Q&A?
Yes. Send it through the contact form or to contact@behaviorsecrets.com. If we cover it, the answer is general education based on published research, never individual advice, and we remove identifying details. Our editors are not clinicians and cannot assess anyone’s situation. We cannot respond to emergencies — please use the crisis services above.
Can I share or republish your articles?
You are welcome to share links to our articles on social media or in other online contexts. Brief quotes with attribution and a link back to the source are also acceptable.
Full republication of our articles is not permitted without explicit written permission. Contact contact@behaviorsecrets.com to discuss licensing or syndication.
Privacy and Advertising
What personal data does this site collect?
We collect minimal personal data:
- Analytics: We use standard web analytics to understand how readers use our site. This data is aggregated and not tied to individuals
- Newsletter: If you sign up for our newsletter, we collect your email address to send you updates. You can unsubscribe at any time
- Contact messages: If you write to us, we keep your name, email address and message so we can reply
- Free tools: The Sleep Tracker and Breathing Timer run in your browser and save your entries only on your device; nothing you enter is sent to us
We do not sell your contact details. Our advertising partners use cookies to show interest-based ads, which some privacy laws, including California’s, treat as a sale or sharing of personal information; you can opt out at any time. See our Privacy Policy and Do not sell my personal information for complete details.
How is Behavior Secrets funded?
Behavior Secrets is published by BrightPath Digital, L.L.C-FZ and is free to read. The site is supported by display advertising (such as Google AdSense); our articles carry no affiliate links.
We do not publish sponsored content or paid reviews. See our full Advertiser Disclosure for details.
Does advertising influence your content?
No. We maintain a strict editorial firewall between our revenue sources and our editorial decisions. See our Editorial Policy and Advertiser Disclosure for details.
Contributing and Contact
Can I write for Behavior Secrets?
Yes — we welcome pitches from licensed psychologists, psychiatrists, therapists, counsellors and researchers. To pitch an article, email contact@behaviorsecrets.com with:
- Your proposed topic and a brief outline
- Your credentials and licence or affiliation
- Links to previous published work (if available)
How do I contact you?
- General inquiries, editorial feedback and error reports: contact@behaviorsecrets.com
- Contact form: behaviorsecrets.com/contact/
We aim to reply within two working days.
How do I stay updated with new content?
- Sign up for our newsletter in the sidebar or at the bottom of any page
- Bookmark behaviorsecrets.com and check back regularly
Didn’t find an answer to your question? Contact us — we’re happy to help.