Terms of Use

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using manopause.info ("the Site"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this Site.

Purpose and Scope

Manopause.info is an educational resource designed to provide information about relationship conflict, abuse, trauma responses, and related topics. Our content is intended for:

• General education and awareness
• Skills-based learning and self-improvement
• Safety planning and boundary-setting guidance
• Connection to appropriate professional resources

Not Professional Advice

This Site does NOT provide:

• Medical diagnosis or treatment
• Psychological or psychiatric treatment
• Legal advice or representation
• Therapy, counseling, or crisis intervention
• Coaching that constitutes licensed professional services

Content on this Site is created by individuals with academic training and subject matter expertise, but reading this content does not establish a professional-client relationship of any kind.

If you need professional help, please consult with licensed professionals in your area. For mental health emergencies, contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988 in the U.S.) or go to your nearest emergency room.

Accuracy of Information

We strive to provide accurate, evidence-based information from reputable sources. However:

• Information may become outdated as research evolves or laws change
• General information may not apply to your specific situation
• We cannot guarantee the completeness or accuracy of all content
• External links are provided for convenience and do not imply endorsement

We encourage you to verify important information and consult professionals for guidance specific to your circumstances.

Your Responsibilities

By using this Site, you agree to:

• Use the information responsibly and for lawful purposes
• Seek professional help for serious personal, medical, or legal matters
• Not use our content to harm, harass, or manipulate others
• Not misrepresent our content as professional advice when sharing it
• Respect others if interacting in any community features we may add

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• This Site and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied
• We are not liable for any actions you take based on information from this Site
• We are not liable for any damages arising from your use of the Site, including direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
• Your use of this Site is at your own risk

Copyright and Content Use

Unless otherwise noted, content on this Site is our original work. You may:

• Share links to our pages freely
• Quote brief excerpts with attribution (linking back to the source page)
• Use our content for personal, non-commercial educational purposes

You may NOT:

• Reproduce substantial portions of our content without permission
• Use our content for commercial purposes without permission
• Present our content as your own
• Modify our content in ways that misrepresent its meaning

For permission requests, contact: permissions@manopause.info

External Links

This Site contains links to external websites and resources. We provide these links for your convenience and information. We do not:

• Control the content of external sites
• Endorse all content on linked sites
• Guarantee the accuracy or availability of external resources
• Accept responsibility for external site practices or policies

External sites have their own terms of use and privacy policies that govern your use of those sites.

Crisis Resources Disclaimer

We provide contact information for crisis hotlines and support organizations as a public service. We are not affiliated with these organizations and cannot guarantee their availability, response times, or quality of service. If you are in immediate danger, always contact emergency services first.

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Use from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the United States. Any disputes arising from your use of this Site will be resolved in accordance with applicable U.S. law.

Contact

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, contact us at: legal@manopause.info

(Note: This email may not be active during our early development phase.)