Legitimacy

Someone asked me how I know these stories are true and accurate. Here is how I gauge that:

1. These stories are filled with detail that would be difficult to manufacture. 
2. The stories are published anonymously. 
3. When I spot something that seems amiss, or something that could be disputed, I have the option to leave it out, or to contact the writer for more clarification. 
4. Our writers have nothing to gain by exaggerating. Most of them have already been through the court system, so their story cannot be used in their defense. Also, when one considers the shame involved in being a victim, one doesn't want to exaggerate. Any excessive details wind up inadvertently casting the victim in a certain light. These victims don't want to experience more shame. They have been through enough already. 
5. There are other parties involved. Many times, there is a child or extended family who could be affected by any diversion from the truth.