Terms of Service & Disclaimer

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using The Mental Guide website (thementalguide.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website.

Medical Disclaimer

Not Medical Advice

The content on The Mental Guide is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be and should not be interpreted as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

• We are not licensed medical professionals, and the information provided does not constitute a doctor-patient relationship.
• The content should not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified healthcare provider.
• Always seek the advice of your physician, therapist, or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.
• Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you read on this website.

No Guarantees

We make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the information provided. Mental health is complex and individual — what works for one person may not work for another.

Reliance on Information

Any reliance you place on information from The Mental Guide is strictly at your own risk. We disclaim all liability for any actions taken or not taken based on the content of this website.

Use of Website

Permitted Use

You may use The Mental Guide for lawful, personal, non-commercial purposes to:

• Read articles and educational content
• Access mental health resource directories
• Browse categories and topics
• Share content via social media

Prohibited Use

You may not:

• Copy, reproduce, or republish large portions of our content without permission
• Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) to access or collect data from the website
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Use the website for any illegal, harmful, or malicious purpose
• Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the website

Intellectual Property

All content on The Mental Guide — including text, images, graphics, logos, and design — is the property of The Mental Guide or its content creators and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may share links to our articles and use brief excerpts with proper attribution. For more extensive use, please contact us for permission.

Third-Party Resources

The Mental Guide provides links to external websites, organizations, apps, and resources. We do not control these third-party sites and are not responsible for:

• The accuracy, safety, or legality of their content
• Their privacy practices or terms of service
• Any products, services, or advice they provide
• Any harm or damages resulting from your use of these resources

Listing a resource does not constitute an endorsement. Always verify information and exercise your own judgment when using external resources.

No Professional Relationship

Use of The Mental Guide does not create any professional relationship, including but not limited to:

• Doctor-patient relationship
• Therapist-client relationship
• Counselor-counselee relationship
• Legal or fiduciary relationship

We do not provide therapy, counseling, diagnosis, or treatment through this website.

User Conduct

If we offer features for user interaction (comments, forums, etc.), you agree to:

• Be respectful and supportive of others
• Not share personal health information publicly
• Not provide medical advice to others
• Not post harmful, abusive, or inappropriate content
• Respect the privacy and confidentiality of others who may be vulnerable

We reserve the right to remove content and ban users who violate these guidelines.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Mental Guide and its creators, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

• Your use or inability to use the website
• Any reliance on information provided
• Any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in the content
• Any interruption or cessation of the website
• Any unauthorized access to or loss of your data

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Mental Guide, its operators, and contributors from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the website or violation of these terms.

Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes shall be resolved in the appropriate jurisdiction.

Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• General inquiries: [email protected]