Community Agreements
1. Confidentiality Commitment
Agreement to Confidentiality: All members agree that what is shared in this community remains within this space. No one may disclose or share personal details, comments, or stories shared here without explicit permission from the original poster. This agreement fosters trust and safety.
No Sharing of Content: Members are prohibited from taking screenshots, copying text, or sharing photos or videos of any post, message, or interaction within this group. Violation of this policy may result in immediate removal from the community.
Respecting Personal Stories: This community exists to support, not to sensationalize or publicize. Members agree to honor and respect the personal nature of each story shared.
2. Clear Boundaries on Professional Advice
Peer Support, Not Professional Healthcare Help: You will interact and engage with members and/or providers that are not licensed health care professionals and are not authorized to provide services requiring professional licensure (“Non-Healthcare Professionals”), unless otherwise disclosed. Your interactions with your Non-Healthcare Professionals are not intended to be a substitute for professional health care advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Seeking Professional Help: Always seek the advice of your physician or therapist with any questions you may have regarding your physical or mental health. Never disregard professional health care advice or delay in seeking it based on any interaction with any Non-Healthcare Professional. Some members of the community may be therapists and/or dietitians, however all advice from them in the community is not considered within a provider-patient relationship.
Limits of Advice Offered: Any suggestions or recommendations offered by members based on personal experience should not be interpreted as official guidance. Each member assumes full responsibility for their actions based on any advice or support they receive here.
3. Privacy and Anonymity
Protection of Identities: Members agree not to share details that could identify others, including names, locations, or any other identifying information. This is especially crucial in online spaces where privacy can be easily compromised.
Avoiding Unsolicited Contact: Members should not reach out to each other outside of this community without explicit consent. Requests for private communication or off-group connections must be made respectfully, and only if the other member expresses interest.
Secure Personal Information: Members should be mindful of the personal details they choose to share and avoid providing sensitive information, such as specific locations, financial details, or other identifying data.
4. No Solicitation or Self-Promotion
Purpose-Driven Participation: This community is intended for mutual support and resource-sharing. Members are not permitted to promote services or products, and promoted events should only be shared in the appropriate channel. Reaching out through private message with solicitation / promotion of services is not permitted, and may cause removal if reported to administrators.
5. Legal and Medical Disclaimers
No Legal or Medical Liability: This community is a mutual support space. The facilitator(s) and participants are not responsible for any outcomes resulting from interactions within this space. By participating, members agree that they will not hold the community or its facilitator(s) liable for any actions they take based on information shared here.
Encouragement to Seek Professional Advice: While we strive to provide a compassionate space, the community does not offer legally or medically sound advice. Members are encouraged to consult professionals for matters that require expert input.
6. Personal Responsibility for Account Security
Account Security Practices: Members are responsible for keeping their login information secure. Password sharing or allowing others to access the community via a personal account is strictly prohibited.
Reporting Security Concerns: If you believe your account has been compromised, take immediate action to secure it, such as changing your password, and inform the group admin if needed to protect the integrity of the space.
Third-Party Links: Community members may share links to third-party services such as third-party websites or applications. When you click on such a link, we will not warn you that you have left the Site. Your use of all Third-Party Links is at your own risk.
7. Process for Reporting Concerns
How to Report: If you experience or witness behavior that feels unsafe, unkind, or inconsistent with these agreements, please contact the facilitator or designated admin directly. Reports will be handled discreetly to protect the privacy of all involved.
8. Limitations of Confidentiality
Situations of Required Disclosure: Although confidentiality is a priority, members understand that there may be rare cases where facilitators are ethically or legally required to disclose information, such as in situations involving threats of self-harm, harm to others, or any mandatory reporting obligations.
Actions Taken in Such Cases: Facilitators will attempt to address any potential breaches of confidentiality with the utmost care, involving members only as necessary, and providing support wherever possible to all involved.
9. Agreement to Adhere to These Terms
Acceptance of Guidelines: By joining and participating in this community, members agree to abide by all of the guidelines outlined here. Facilitators reserve the right to warn or remove members who do not follow these agreements, with the goal of maintaining a respectful, safe, and supportive space for all.
Continuous Improvement of Guidelines: These guidelines may be periodically updated to reflect the evolving needs of the community. Members are encouraged to provide feedback to the facilitator(s) if they have concerns or suggestions for improvement.