⚕️ GIOMIND – HEALTH & WELLNESS DISCLAIMER

CRITICAL MEDICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH NOTICE

Last Updated: December 1, 2025

Effective Date: December 1, 2025

🚨 EXTREMELY IMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING GIOMIND 🚨

This Health and Wellness Disclaimer contains critical information about the limitations of GioMind and explains why GioMind is NOT a substitute for professional medical or mental health care.

BY USING GIOMIND, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREED TO THIS DISCLAIMER.

If you do not agree, you must immediately stop using GioMind and uninstall the application.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Critical Summary – What GioMind Is NOT

2. Nature of GioMind Service

3. Not Medical or Mental Health Care

4. Not for Diagnosis or Treatment

5. Not for Emergencies or Crisis Situations

6. AI Limitations and Risks

7. When You MUST Seek Professional Help

8. Conditions Requiring Professional Care

9. Risks of Meditation and Breathing Exercises

10. No Doctor-Patient or Therapist-Client Relationship

11. Your Responsibility and Assumption of Risk

12. Limitation of Liability

13. Informed Consent

14. Emergency Contacts and Resources

15. Jurisdiction-Specific Notices

16. Acknowledgment and Agreement

1. CRITICAL SUMMARY – WHAT GIOMIND IS NOT

⚠️ PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY ⚠️

GIOMIND IS NOT:

❌ A medical service or healthcare provider

❌ A mental health treatment or therapy service

❌ A psychiatric service or medication management tool

❌ A counseling or psychotherapy service

❌ A crisis intervention or suicide prevention service

❌ A diagnostic tool for any medical or mental health condition

❌ A replacement for professional healthcare

❌ A substitute for emergency medical services

❌ Supervised by licensed medical or mental health professionals

❌ Designed to treat, cure, or prevent any illness or condition

GIOMIND IS:

✓ A general wellness and mindfulness application

✓ For relaxation, stress reduction, and self-reflection

✓ Educational content about meditation and well-being

✓ AI-powered conversational support (NOT therapy)

✓ For general wellness purposes ONLY

2. NATURE OF GIOMIND SERVICE

2.1 What GioMind Provides

GioMind is a digital wellness application that offers:

• Guided meditation sessions

• Breathing exercises and relaxation techniques

• Mindfulness practices and exercises

• Mood tracking and journaling tools

• AI-powered conversational wellness support

• Educational content about stress management

• Self-reflection prompts and exercises

• Relaxation music and soundscapes

2.2 Purpose of GioMind

GioMind is designed to:

• Support general well-being and wellness

• Provide tools for stress reduction

• Encourage mindfulness and self-awareness

• Facilitate personal reflection and growth

• Complement (NOT replace) professional care

2.3 What GioMind Does NOT Provide

GioMind does NOT provide:

❌ Medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment

❌ Psychiatric evaluation or medication management

❌ Psychological therapy or counseling

❌ Clinical mental health services

❌ Emergency mental health support

❌ Crisis intervention

❌ Suicide prevention services

❌ Professional healthcare of any kind

❌ Supervision by licensed professionals

❌ Evidence-based psychological treatments

❌ Medical monitoring or follow-up care

3. NOT MEDICAL OR MENTAL HEALTH CARE

⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING ⚠️

3.1 GioMind Is NOT Healthcare

• GioMind is NOT a healthcare provider

• GioMind is NOT licensed to provide medical services

• GioMind is NOT supervised by medical professionals

• GioMind does NOT employ doctors, psychiatrists, psychologists, or therapists

• GioMind cannot and does NOT provide medical or mental health care

3.2 No Professional Oversight

• Content in GioMind is NOT reviewed by licensed healthcare professionals

• AI responses are NOT supervised by therapists or doctors

• Meditation and wellness content is for general educational purposes ONLY

• No qualified professional reviews your individual use or progress

3.3 Not a Substitute for Professional Care

GioMind is NOT a replacement for:

❌ Visiting your doctor or psychiatrist

❌ Seeing a therapist or counselor

❌ Taking prescribed medications

❌ Following medical treatment plans

❌ Attending therapy sessions

❌ Seeking professional medical advice

❌ Emergency medical or psychiatric care

3.4 Cannot Replace Clinical Treatment

If you have been diagnosed with any medical or mental health condition:

• GioMind CANNOT replace your treatment

• Continue seeing your healthcare providers

• Follow your prescribed treatment plan

• Take medications as prescribed

• Do NOT stop or change treatments based on GioMind

4. NOT FOR DIAGNOSIS OR TREATMENT

4.1 No Diagnostic Capability

GioMind:

❌ Does NOT diagnose medical conditions

❌ Does NOT diagnose mental health disorders

❌ Cannot assess your medical or psychological state

❌ Cannot determine if you have any illness or condition

❌ Does NOT provide clinical assessments

❌ Is NOT designed to detect or identify health problems

4.2 No Treatment Provided

GioMind:

❌ Does NOT treat any medical conditions

❌ Does NOT treat mental health disorders

❌ Does NOT cure, prevent, or manage any illness

❌ Is NOT evidence-based medical treatment

❌ Is NOT psychotherapy or clinical intervention

❌ Cannot resolve medical or mental health issues

4.3 Not FDA Approved

• GioMind is NOT approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration)

• GioMind is NOT a medical device

• GioMind has NOT been evaluated for safety or efficacy in treating any condition

• GioMind makes NO health claims

4.4 Self-Diagnosis Warning

⚠️ DO NOT use GioMind to self-diagnose:

• If you suspect you have a medical or mental health condition

• If you are experiencing symptoms that concern you

• If you notice changes in your health or mood

→ CONSULT A LICENSED HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL IMMEDIATELY

5. NOT FOR EMERGENCIES OR CRISIS SITUATIONS

🚨 CRITICAL WARNING – EMERGENCY SITUATIONS 🚨

5.1 Not for Medical Emergencies

GioMind is NOT designed for and MUST NOT be used for:

🚫 Heart attacks or chest pain

🚫 Stroke symptoms

🚫 Severe injuries or trauma

🚫 Severe allergic reactions

🚫 Difficulty breathing (medical emergency)

🚫 Loss of consciousness

🚫 Severe pain

🚫 Poisoning or overdose

🚫 ANY life-threatening medical emergency

5.2 Not for Mental Health Crises

GioMind is NOT designed for and MUST NOT be used for:

🚫 Suicidal thoughts or ideation

🚫 Plans or intent to harm yourself

🚫 Thoughts of harming others

🚫 Severe depression or hopelessness

🚫 Psychotic symptoms (hallucinations, delusions)

🚫 Severe panic attacks

🚫 Acute mental health crisis

🚫 Drug or alcohol overdose

🚫 Severe dissociation or loss of reality

🚫 ANY mental health emergency

5.3 What to Do in an Emergency

IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING A MEDICAL OR MENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCY:

1. STOP USING GIOMIND IMMEDIATELY

2. CALL EMERGENCY SERVICES:

• United States: 911

• European Union: 112

• United Kingdom: 999

• Australia: 000

• Canada: 911

• Turkey: 112

• [Your local emergency number]

3. GO TO THE NEAREST EMERGENCY ROOM

DO NOT RELY ON GIOMIND IN ANY EMERGENCY SITUATION.

5.4 Suicide Prevention Resources

If you are having thoughts of suicide or self-harm:

🆘 IMMEDIATE HELP:

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (US): 988

• Crisis Text Line (US): Text "HELLO" to 741741

• Samaritans (UK): 116 123

• Lifeline (Australia): 13 11 14

• Crisis Services Canada: 1-833-456-4566

• International Association for Suicide Prevention: https://www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/

🆘 OR:

• Call your local emergency number immediately

• Go to the nearest emergency room

• Contact your mental health provider

• Reach out to a trusted friend or family member

YOUR LIFE MATTERS. PLEASE SEEK IMMEDIATE HELP.

5.5 Absolute Prohibition on Crisis Use

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should you:

❌ Use GioMind during a suicidal crisis

❌ Rely on GioMind AI for crisis support

❌ Delay seeking emergency help to use GioMind

❌ Use meditation or breathing exercises instead of calling for help

GioMind cannot and will not provide crisis intervention.

6. AI LIMITATIONS AND RISKS

⚠️ CRITICAL AI DISCLAIMER ⚠️

6.1 Nature of AI Technology

GioMind uses artificial intelligence (AI) provided by third parties including OpenAI and Anthropic.

You must understand that:

• AI is an automated computer program, NOT a human being

• AI does NOT have medical or psychological training

• AI does NOT understand your personal situation

• AI cannot provide professional medical or mental health advice

• AI responses are generated by algorithms, NOT by therapists

6.2 AI Cannot Replace Human Professionals

AI is NOT:

❌ A licensed therapist, counselor, or psychologist

❌ A medical doctor or psychiatrist

❌ Trained in clinical psychology or psychiatry

❌ Capable of providing therapy or counseling

❌ Able to understand complex emotional or mental states

❌ Supervised by qualified professionals

6.3 AI Response Limitations

AI responses may be:

❌ Inaccurate or factually wrong

❌ Incomplete or missing critical information

❌ Inappropriate for your specific situation

❌ Misleading or confusing

❌ Harmful if followed or relied upon

❌ Inconsistent across different conversations

❌ Based on biased or incomplete training data

6.4 AI Safety Risks

Relying on AI for health-related decisions may result in:

⚠️ Delayed diagnosis of serious conditions

⚠️ Worsening of mental health symptoms

⚠️ Failure to seek necessary professional care

⚠️ Following inappropriate or dangerous advice

⚠️ False sense of security or reassurance

⚠️ Misunderstanding of your condition

⚠️ Serious harm or death

6.5 Do NOT Rely on AI for Health Decisions

YOU MUST NOT:

❌ Make medical decisions based on AI responses

❌ Follow AI suggestions without consulting a professional

❌ Use AI to diagnose yourself or others

❌ Trust AI for mental health treatment

❌ Delay professional care based on AI reassurances

❌ Stop medications or treatments based on AI advice

6.6 Your Sole Responsibility

YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR:

✓ How you interpret AI responses

✓ Any decisions you make based on AI content

✓ Verifying information with qualified professionals

✓ Seeking professional help when needed

✓ All consequences of using AI features

7. WHEN YOU MUST SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP

🏥 CONSULT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL IMMEDIATELY IF:

7.1 Medical Symptoms

• Chest pain or heart palpitations

• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath

• Severe headaches or migraines

• Persistent pain or discomfort

• Dizziness, fainting, or loss of consciousness

• Unexplained physical symptoms

• Changes in vision, hearing, or other senses

• New or worsening medical symptoms

• Side effects from medications

• ANY medical concern

7.2 Mental Health Symptoms

• Thoughts of suicide or self-harm

• Thoughts of harming others

• Severe depression or hopelessness

• Inability to function in daily life

• Extreme anxiety or panic attacks

• Psychotic symptoms (hearing voices, seeing things, paranoid thoughts)

• Severe mood swings

• Dissociation or feeling detached from reality

• Flashbacks or intrusive traumatic memories

• Inability to eat, sleep, or care for yourself

• Substance abuse or addiction issues

• ANY mental health concern

7.3 Emotional Distress

• Overwhelming sadness or grief

• Uncontrollable crying

• Extreme irritability or anger

• Feelings of worthlessness or guilt

• Loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed

• Social withdrawal or isolation

• Changes in personality or behavior

• Difficulty concentrating or making decisions

7.4 Behavioral Changes

• Self-harming behaviors (cutting, burning, etc.)

• Risky or dangerous behaviors

• Substance use or abuse

• Eating disorder behaviors

• Compulsive behaviors

• Sleep disturbances (insomnia or excessive sleeping)

• Changes in appetite or weight

7.5 Trauma or Abuse

• Recent or ongoing trauma

• Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse

• Domestic violence

• PTSD symptoms

• Childhood trauma resurfacing

7.6 Relationship or Life Stressors

• Severe relationship problems

• Family conflicts

• Work-related stress (if affecting health)

• Major life changes (death, divorce, job loss)

• Financial stress (if causing health issues)

→ IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY OF THE ABOVE, SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP IMMEDIATELY.

DO NOT RELY ON GIOMIND FOR THESE SITUATIONS.

8. CONDITIONS REQUIRING PROFESSIONAL CARE

⚠️ GIOMIND IS NOT SUITABLE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH:

8.1 Mental Health Conditions

GioMind is NOT designed for and NOT appropriate for individuals with:

❌ Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

❌ Bipolar Disorder (Type I or II)

❌ Schizophrenia or Schizoaffective Disorder

❌ Psychotic Disorders

❌ Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

❌ Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)

❌ Severe Anxiety Disorders (Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia, etc.)

❌ Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

❌ Eating Disorders (Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder)

❌ Personality Disorders (Borderline, Antisocial, etc.)

❌ Dissociative Disorders (Dissociative Identity Disorder, etc.)

❌ Substance Use Disorders or Addiction

❌ Self-Harm or Suicidal Ideation

❌ ANY diagnosed mental health condition requiring treatment

8.2 Medical Conditions Affecting Mental State

GioMind may NOT be appropriate for individuals with:

❌ Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

❌ Dementia or Cognitive Decline

❌ Neurological disorders affecting mood or cognition

❌ Epilepsy or Seizure Disorders

❌ Brain tumors or lesions

❌ Hormonal disorders affecting mood (thyroid, etc.)

❌ Chronic pain conditions affecting mental health

❌ Sleep disorders (severe insomnia, narcolepsy, etc.)

8.3 Medical Contraindications for Breathing Exercises

Breathing exercises and meditation may NOT be safe for individuals with:

⚠️ Respiratory Conditions:

• Asthma

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

• Emphysema

• Chronic bronchitis

• Pulmonary fibrosis

• Any lung disease or breathing difficulty

⚠️ Cardiovascular Conditions:

• Heart disease

• High blood pressure (hypertension)

• Low blood pressure (hypotension)

• Arrhythmias or irregular heartbeat

• Heart failure

• Recent heart attack or stroke

• Angina or chest pain

⚠️ Other Medical Conditions:

• Epilepsy or seizure disorders

• Pregnancy (consult your doctor first)

• Recent surgery or injury

• Inner ear problems or vertigo

• Conditions causing dizziness

• Anxiety disorders triggered by breathing focus

8.4 If You Have Any Condition Listed Above

IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THESE CONDITIONS:

1. DO NOT RELY ON GIOMIND for treatment

2. CONSULT your doctor before using meditation or breathing features

3. CONTINUE with prescribed treatments

4. USE GIOMIND ONLY with your doctor's approval

5. STOP IMMEDIATELY if you experience adverse effects

9. RISKS OF MEDITATION AND BREATHING EXERCISES

⚠️ POTENTIAL RISKS AND ADVERSE EFFECTS ⚠️

9.1 General Risks

While meditation and breathing exercises are generally safe for healthy individuals, they may cause:

• Dizziness or lightheadedness

• Hyperventilation

• Anxiety or panic (paradoxical reaction)

• Emotional distress or release

• Dissociation or depersonalization

• Flashbacks to traumatic memories

• Increased awareness of difficult emotions

• Physical discomfort

9.2 Breathing Exercise Risks

Breathing exercises may cause:

• Shortness of breath

• Chest tightness

• Rapid heartbeat or palpitations

• Tingling in hands or feet

• Muscle tension or cramping

• Nausea

• Fainting

• Exacerbation of respiratory conditions

9.3 Meditation Risks

Meditation may cause:

• Increased anxiety (for some individuals)

• Emotional overwhelm

• Resurfacing of traumatic memories

• Dissociation or feeling "spaced out"

• Difficulty returning to normal awareness

• Sleep disturbances

• Temporary increase in negative thoughts

9.4 "Adverse Meditation Events"

Research has identified potential adverse effects of meditation, including:

• Anxiety, panic, or fear

• Depression or sadness

• Re-experiencing trauma

• Executive dysfunction

• Social impairment

• Perceptual changes

• Loss of sense of self

These effects are more common in individuals with:

• Pre-existing mental health conditions

• History of trauma

• Intensive or prolonged meditation practice

9.5 What to Do If You Experience Adverse Effects

IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY NEGATIVE EFFECTS:

1. STOP using the feature immediately

2. Return to normal breathing

3. Ground yourself (focus on physical surroundings)

4. Open your eyes if they were closed

5. Move your body gently

6. Drink water

7. If symptoms persist or worsen → SEEK MEDICAL HELP

9.6 Contraindications

DO NOT USE meditation or breathing features if:

❌ You have been advised against them by a healthcare provider

❌ You have respiratory or cardiovascular conditions (without doctor approval)

❌ You have epilepsy or seizure disorders

❌ You are pregnant (consult doctor first)

❌ You experience severe anxiety from mindfulness practices

❌ You have a history of psychosis

❌ You are in acute mental distress

9.7 Consult Your Doctor

BEFORE using breathing exercises or meditation, consult your doctor if you have:

• Any medical condition

• Any mental health condition

• Any concerns about safety

• History of adverse reactions to mindfulness practices

10. NO DOCTOR-PATIENT OR THERAPIST-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP

10.1 No Professional Relationship

By using GioMind, you understand and agree that:

❌ NO doctor-patient relationship is created

❌ NO therapist-client relationship is created

❌ NO counselor-client relationship is created

❌ NO healthcare provider relationship of ANY kind is created

10.2 No Confidentiality Protection

• Conversations with GioMind AI are NOT confidential in the same way as therapy

• AI is NOT bound by professional ethics or confidentiality rules

• Your data is subject to our Privacy Policy (NOT HIPAA or equivalent)

• There is NO professional privilege or protection

10.3 No Duty of Care

• GioMind has NO duty of care to you

• GioMind has NO obligation to monitor your health or safety

• GioMind has NO responsibility to intervene in emergencies

• You are solely responsible for your own health and safety

10.4 No Ongoing Care or Follow-Up

• GioMind does NOT provide ongoing care or monitoring

• GioMind does NOT track your clinical progress

• GioMind does NOT adjust recommendations based on your condition

• There is NO clinical supervision or case management

11. YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK

11.1 Your Responsibilities

By using GioMind, YOU AGREE that you are responsible for:

✓ Your own health and well-being

✓ Seeking professional help when needed

✓ Following medical advice from qualified professionals

✓ Taking prescribed medications as directed

✓ Monitoring your own symptoms and health status

✓ Using GioMind safely and appropriately

✓ Stopping use if you experience adverse effects

✓ Not relying on GioMind for medical or mental health decisions

11.2 Informed Decision-Making

You acknowledge that:

✓ You have been informed of GioMind's limitations

✓ You understand GioMind is NOT healthcare

✓ You understand the risks of using GioMind

✓ You are making an informed choice to use GioMind

✓ You will not rely on GioMind as a substitute for professional care

11.3 Assumption of Risk

YOU EXPRESSLY ASSUME ALL RISKS associated with using GioMind, including but not limited to:

⚠️ Health risks from misinterpreting wellness content

⚠️ Risks from following AI-generated suggestions

⚠️ Risks from meditation or breathing exercises

⚠️ Risks from delaying professional medical or mental health care

⚠️ Risks from self-diagnosing or self-treating

⚠️ Risks from misunderstanding your health status

⚠️ ANY adverse health outcomes

11.4 Acknowledgment of Limitations

You acknowledge that:

✓ GioMind has significant limitations

✓ GioMind cannot replace professional healthcare

✓ GioMind may not be suitable for you

✓ GioMind may cause harm if misused

✓ You use GioMind entirely at your own risk

12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

⚠️ CRITICAL LEGAL PROTECTION ⚠️

12.1 Maximum Liability Limit

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, GioMind's total liability for ANY health-related claims, injuries, or damages SHALL NOT EXCEED the lesser of:

(a) The amount you paid in the last 12 months, OR

(b) $10.00 USD

12.2 Health-Related Liability Exclusions

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, GioMind SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

❌ Any physical injuries, illnesses, or health conditions

❌ Any mental health deterioration or psychological harm

❌ Any emotional distress, anxiety, depression, or trauma

❌ Any adverse reactions to meditation or breathing exercises

❌ Any delayed diagnosis or worsening of medical conditions

❌ Any decisions made based on GioMind content

❌ Any reliance on AI-generated responses

❌ Any failure to seek appropriate professional care

❌ Any suicide, self-harm, or harm to others

❌ Any death or serious injury

❌ ANY health outcomes whatsoever

12.3 No Liability for AI Errors

GioMind assumes NO LIABILITY for:

❌ AI inaccuracies or errors

❌ Inappropriate AI suggestions

❌ Harmful AI responses

❌ AI failures or malfunctions

❌ Consequences of following AI advice

12.4 No Liability for Third-Party Content

GioMind assumes NO LIABILITY for:

❌ Content provided by OpenAI, Anthropic, or other AI providers

❌ Errors or omissions in meditation or wellness content

❌ Content licensed from third parties

12.5 Essential Basis of Agreement

YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT:

✓ These liability limitations are ESSENTIAL to this agreement

✓ GioMind would not provide the Service without these limitations

✓ You accept all risks of using GioMind

✓ These limitations apply even if GioMind has been advised of potential harm

12.6 Jurisdictional Variations

Some jurisdictions do not allow certain liability limitations for personal injury or death. In such cases:

• Limitations apply to the maximum extent permitted by law

• If any limitation is unenforceable, others remain in effect

• Mandatory consumer protections apply where required by law

13. INFORMED CONSENT

13.1 Consent to Use

By clicking "I Understand and Agree" or by using GioMind, you provide your informed consent to:

✓ Use a wellness app that is NOT medical or mental health care

✓ Use AI-generated content that may be inaccurate or harmful

✓ Use meditation and breathing features that carry risks

✓ Assume full responsibility for your health and safety

✓ Not rely on GioMind for medical or mental health decisions

✓ Seek professional help when needed

✓ Accept all limitations and disclaimers in this document

13.2 Voluntary Use

You confirm that:

✓ You are using GioMind voluntarily

✓ You have not been coerced or pressured

✓ You understand you can stop using GioMind at any time

✓ You are making an informed choice

13.3 Capacity to Consent

You represent that:

✓ You are at least 18 years old (or age of majority in your jurisdiction)

✓ You have the mental capacity to understand this disclaimer

✓ You are not under the influence of substances impairing judgment

✓ You are capable of making informed decisions about your health

13.4 Ongoing Consent

• This consent is ongoing for each use of GioMind

• You may withdraw consent by stopping use and deleting your account

• Continued use after reading this disclaimer constitutes ongoing consent

14. EMERGENCY CONTACTS AND RESOURCES

🆘 IF YOU NEED IMMEDIATE HELP 🆘

14.1 Emergency Services (Call Immediately)

🚨 United States: 911

🚨 Canada: 911

🚨 United Kingdom: 999 or 112

🚨 European Union: 112

🚨 Australia: 000

🚨 New Zealand: 111

🚨 Turkey: 112

🚨 Japan: 119 (medical), 110 (police)

🚨 South Korea: 119 (medical), 112 (police)

14.2 Suicide Prevention Hotlines (24/7)

UNITED STATES:

📞 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

📞 1-800-273-8255 (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline)

💬 Crisis Text Line: Text "HELLO" to 741741

UNITED KINGDOM:

📞 Samaritans: 116 123

📞 CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably): 0800 58 58 58

CANADA:

📞 Crisis Services Canada: 1-833-456-4566

💬 Text: 45645

AUSTRALIA:

📞 Lifeline: 13 11 14

💬 Text: 0477 13 11 14

GERMANY:

📞 Telefonseelsorge: 0800 111 0 111 or 0800 111 0 222

FRANCE:

📞 SOS Amitié: 09 72 39 40 50

SPAIN:

📞 Teléfono de la Esperanza: 717 003 717

ITALY:

📞 Telefono Amico: 02 2327 2327

NETHERLANDS:

📞 113 Zelfmoordpreventie: 0800 0113

NORWAY:

📞 Mental Helse: 116 123

SWEDEN:

📞 Mind Självmordslinjen: 90101

DENMARK:

📞 Livslinien: 70 201 201

FINLAND:

📞 Suomen Mielenterveysseura: 09 2525 0111

SWITZERLAND:

📞 Die Dargebotene Hand: 143

BELGIUM:

📞 Centre de Prévention du Suicide: 0800 32 123

AUSTRIA:

📞 Telefonseelsorge: 142

NEW ZEALAND:

📞 Lifeline Aotearoa: 0800 543 354

💬 Text: 4357

JAPAN:

📞 TELL Lifeline: 03-5774-0992

SOUTH KOREA:

📞 Korea Suicide Prevention Center: 1393

14.3 International Resources

🌍 International Association for Suicide Prevention:

https://www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/

🌍 Befrienders Worldwide:

https://www.befrienders.org/

14.4 Mental Health Resources

UNITED STATES:

• SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357 (substance abuse and mental health)

• NAMI Helpline: 1-800-950-6264 (National Alliance on Mental Illness)

UNITED KINGDOM:

• Mind Infoline: 0300 123 3393

• NHS 111 (for medical advice)

CANADA:

• ConnexOntario: 1-866-531-2600

• Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868

AUSTRALIA:

• Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636

• Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800

14.5 Finding Professional Help

To find a mental health professional:

• Ask your primary care doctor for referrals

• Contact your insurance provider for in-network therapists

• Search professional directories:

- Psychology Today: psychologytoday.com

- APA Psychologist Locator: locator.apa.org

- BACP Therapist Directory (UK): bacp.co.uk

• Contact local mental health clinics or hospitals

15. JURISDICTION-SPECIFIC NOTICES

15.1 United States

• GioMind is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease

• These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA

• This disclaimer complies with FTC and state consumer protection laws

• If you are in California: You have specific rights under CCPA (see Privacy Policy)

15.2 European Union / United Kingdom

• This disclaimer complies with EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR) exemptions

• GioMind is not a medical device under EU/UK law

• Consumer rights under Consumer Rights Directive 2011/83/EU are not affected where they cannot be waived

• UK: Consumer Rights Act 2015 protections apply

15.3 Canada

• This disclaimer complies with Health Canada regulations

• GioMind is not a medical device or natural health product

• Consumer protection under provincial laws applies

15.4 Australia

• This disclaimer complies with TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration) regulations

• GioMind is not a therapeutic good

• Consumer guarantees under Australian Consumer Law cannot be excluded

15.5 Other Jurisdictions

• GioMind complies with local health and consumer protection laws

• Mandatory consumer rights in your jurisdiction are not affected

• Local emergency numbers and resources apply

16. ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND AGREEMENT

⚠️ CRITICAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT ⚠️

By clicking "I Understand and Agree" or by using GioMind, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT:

□ I have read this entire Health and Wellness Disclaimer carefully

□ I understand that GioMind is NOT medical or mental health care

□ I understand that GioMind cannot diagnose or treat any condition

□ I understand that GioMind is NOT for emergencies or crisis situations

□ I understand that AI responses may be inaccurate or harmful

□ I understand the risks of meditation and breathing exercises

□ I understand I must seek professional help for health concerns

□ I understand I am using GioMind entirely at my own risk

□ I assume full responsibility for my health and safety

□ I will NOT rely on GioMind for medical or mental health decisions

□ I will seek emergency help if I experience a crisis

□ I will consult healthcare professionals for any health concerns

□ I accept all limitations of liability in this disclaimer

□ I am at least 18 years old and capable of giving informed consent

□ I agree to stop using GioMind immediately if I experience adverse effects

□ I understand that no doctor-patient or therapist-client relationship is created

□ I have been given the opportunity to ask questions or seek clarification

□ I am making an informed, voluntary choice to use GioMind

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