Clinical Disclaimer

Some of the information published by Bug Apple Publishing, Inc. relates to clinical issues. The clinical information in those resources and on the Big Apple Publishing website is an information source only, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purpose. This information is intended as general information only and is not intended to be patient education,even if an existing client is referred to the information. Further, this website exists solely to relay information and nothing within it may be construed to create a client-clinician or patient-provider relationship. The information on the website should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis and treatment.

Please consult your health care provider, or contact a clinical practice such as Seeking Shalom Mental Health Counseling, P.C., Seeking Shalom Marriage and Family Therapy, P.C. or Seeking Shalom of Indiana (all of whom can be accessed through SeekingShalom.org) for an appointment and professional advice before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical or life condition. Big Apple Publishing, Inc. expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in the site or its published resources, whether this is original content or is content shared from elsewhere. Big Apple Publishing, Inc. does not endorse specifically any test, treatment, or procedure mentioned on this website. Likewise, Big Apple Publishing, Inc. makes no representation that the information is applicable to your situation and does not warrant the accuracy of information shared from other parties.

As the Big Apple Publishing, Inc. website is an information source only and is not appropriate for treatment, if you believe that you are facing a serious behavioral health situation, you are responsible to seek help from a professional who can offer you treatment. If you are considering hurting yourself or others, your need for help is immediate and you should call for emergency medical assistance (in the United States, you can do this by calling “911”) or by going to the local emergency room to be evaluated. Other resources not affiliated with Big Apple Publishing, Inc., for which no endorsement is provided and no responsibility for their response is accepted, include: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the United States (1-800-273-TALK) and NYC Well providing connections to professionals and peer support in New York City (1-800-NYC-WELL).