Painted Brain Media
CONTENT SUBMISSIONS GUIDELINES
Welcome to Painted Brain’s blog submission page!
We’re excited about your interest in contributing to our platform.
Before you submit your work, please review our guidelines to ensure your content aligns with our mission and standards.
NOTE: Content submissions for Painted Brain are accepted on a volunteer basis ONLY. This is NOT a paid position.
Blog Submission guidelines:
Tone and Audience:
- Write in an engaging, inclusive, and professional tone.
- Tailor your content to an audience passionate about mental health advocacy and community support.
Originality:
- All submissions must be original content that has not been published elsewhere.
- All submissions will be checked with copyscape.com for plagiarism or AI writing
Formatting:
- Use clear headings and subheadings to structure your article.
- Aim for a word count of 800–1,500 words.
Do-Follow Links:
- Links must support Painted Brain’s mission and provide value to readers.
- Promotional or irrelevant links will not be included.
We will edit them for clarity, brevity, and style, post them on our site and share them with our news partners – they also may publish them.
If your piece is selected for publication, we will ask you to sign a release and a statement that you have read and accept our ethics policy.
If we do a substantial edit of a piece we wish to publish, we will give you the right to review it
Ensuring Topic Relevancy
Focus on Mental Health and Related Intersections
Avoid Unrelated Topics:
Submissions must center on mental health and its intersections with:
- Social Justice: How systemic inequalities affect mental well-being.
- Peer Support: Stories of community-driven recovery and advocacy.
- Technology: Innovations in digital health and mental health tools.
- Culture: Cultural influences on mental health practices and challenges.
- Advocacy: Creative or actionable solutions to mental health issues.
Examples of Suitable Topics:
- Exploring the mental health impact of systemic barriers.
- Personal recovery stories that inspire advocacy.
- Innovative approaches to mental health care, such as peer-led support or tech-driven solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Do you charge fees for submissions?
No, submitting to Painted Brain’s blog is free of charge.
Will my article include Do-Follow links?
Yes, we provide Do-Follow links for content relevant to our mission and audience.
What happens after I submit my content?
Our editorial team will review your submission for relevance, quality, and alignment with our guidelines. Approved articles may be edited for clarity or style before publication.
Can I write about a topic not listed?
If you have an idea outside the suggested topics but believe it fits our mission, feel free to pitch it.