Disclaimers

Warning

Clinical Resources disclaimer

The MyPsych – Clinical Resources (“App”) is intended as a reference source for education and clinical decision support. The App is intended for use by healthcare professionals (a) working in NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, legally known as Greater Glasgow Health Board (the “Board”), and/or (b) working for any health and social care partnership in the Board’s area. The information contained in the App provides guidance and related information for the management of mental health conditions and situations. Users should note that that the guidance within the App will not be suitable for every situation and is not intended to be a substitute for specialist expertise and clinical judgement.

The App is not intended for use by the general public and does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional. Members of the public should seek advice directly from their healthcare provider. The App includes access to some national guidelines and information resources.

The content of the App is specific to the Board and may not be applicable to other local healthcare areas or practices. While the Board makes reasonable efforts to ensure that the information accessed via the App is correct, the App is provided ‘as is’ and the Board does not warrant the accuracy and completeness of the material accessed via the App. The Board may make changes to the App at any time without notice. Some of the material accessed via the App may be out of date, and the Board makes no commitment to update such material. Where the App contains links to other sites and or resources provided by third parties, these links are provided for information only. The Board has no control over and no liability in respect of the content of these sites and resources. Accordingly, to the maximum extent permitted by law, the App is made available by the Board on the basis that the Board excludes all representations, warranties, conditions and other terms (including, without limitation, the conditions implied by law of satisfactory quality, fitness for purpose and the use of reasonable care and skill) which, but for this disclaimer, might have effect in relation to the App.

Users assume all responsibility for using the information accessed via the App.

Doctors in Training disclaimer

The MyPsych – Doctors in Training website/app (“App”) is intended as a reference source for postgraduate psychiatric training. The App is intended for use by healthcare professionals (a) working in NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, legally known as Greater Glasgow Health Board (the “Board”), and/or (b) working for any health and social care partnership in the Board’s area. The information contained in the App supports doctors undertaking a placement in psychiatry as part of their postgraduate training. Users should note that that the guidance within the App will not be suitable for every situation and is not intended to be a substitute for specialist expertise and clinical judgement. The App is not intended for use by the general public and does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional. Members of the public should seek advice directly from their healthcare provider.  The App includes access to national guidelines.

The content of the App is specific to the Board and it may not be applicable to other local healthcare areas or practices. While the Board makes reasonable efforts to ensure that the information accessed via the App is correct, the App is provided ‘as is’ and the Board does not warrant the accuracy and completeness of the material accessed via the App. The Board may make changes to the App at any time without notice. Some of the material accessed via the App may be out of date, and the Board makes no commitment to update such material.  Where the App contains links to other sites and or resources provided by third parties, these links are provided for information only. The Board has no control over and no liability in respect of the content of these sites and resources. Accordingly, to the maximum extent permitted by law, the App is made available by the Board on the basis that the Board excludes all representations, warranties, conditions and other terms (including, without limitation, the conditions implied by law of satisfactory quality, fitness for purpose and the use of reasonable care and skill) which, but for this disclaimer, might have effect in relation to the App.

Users assume all responsibility for using the information accessed via the App.

eHealth disclaimer

The MyPsych – eHealth website/app (“App”) is intended as a reference source to support staff digital literacy. The App is intended for use by healthcare professionals (a) working in NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, legally known as Greater Glasgow Health Board (the “Board”), and/or (b) working for any health and social care partnership in the Board’s area. The information contained in the App provides guidance on the use of digital systems and includes links to resources from third party suppliers.

The content of the App is specific to the Board and it may not be applicable to other local healthcare areas or practices. While the Board makes reasonable efforts to ensure that the information accessed via the App is correct, the App is provided ‘as is’ and the Board does not warrant the accuracy and completeness of the material accessed via the App. The Board may make changes to the App at any time without notice. Some of the material accessed via the App may be out of date, and the Board makes no commitment to update such material.  Where the App contains links to other sites and or resources provided by third parties, these links are provided for information only. The Board has no control over and no liability in respect of the content of these sites and resources. Accordingly, to the maximum extent permitted by law, the App is made available by the Board on the basis that the Board excludes all representations, warranties, conditions and other terms (including, without limitation, the conditions implied by law of satisfactory quality, fitness for purpose and the use of reasonable care and skill) which, but for this disclaimer, might have effect in relation to the App.

Users assume all responsibility for using the information accessed via the App.

Foundation Doctors disclaimer

The MyPsych – Foundation Doctor website/app (“App”) is provided by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, legally known as Greater Glasgow Health Board (the “Board”) and is intended as a reference source for the use of Foundation Doctors working within any NHS Scotland Health Board (i.e. all health bodies established pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 as amended). Users should note that that the guidance within the App will not be suitable for every situation and is not intended to be a substitute for specialist expertise and clinical judgement. The App is not intended for use by the general public and does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional.  The App includes access to national guidelines.

While the Board makes reasonable efforts to ensure that the information accessed via the App is correct, the App is provided “as is” and the Board does not warrant the accuracy and completeness of the material accessed via the App.  The Board may make changes to the App at any time without notice.  Some of the material accessed via the App may be out of date, and the Board makes no commitment to update such material. Where the App contains links to other sites and or resources provided by third parties, these links are provided for information only. The Board has no control over and no liability in respect of the content of these sites and resources. Accordingly, to the maximum extent permitted by law, the App is made available by the Board on the basis that the Board excludes all representations, warranties, conditions and other terms (including, without limitation, the conditions implied by law of satisfactory quality, fitness for purpose and the use of reasonable care and skill) which, but for this disclaimer, might have effect in relation to the App.

Users assume all responsibility for using the information accessed via the App. 

Medical Student disclaimer

The MyPsych - Student app and website (“App”) is provided by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, legally known as Greater Glasgow Health Board (the “Board”) and is intended as a reference source and is for the use of undergraduate medical students on a psychiatry placement within any NHS Scotland Health Board (i.e. all health bodies established pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 as amended). The App is not intended for use by the general public and does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional.  The App includes access to national guidelines.

While the Board makes reasonable efforts to ensure that the information accessed via the App is correct, the App is provided “as is” and the Board does not warrant the accuracy and completeness of the material accessed via the App.  The Board may make changes to the App at any time without notice.  Some of the material accessed via the App may be out of date, and the Board makes no commitment to update such material.  Accordingly, to the maximum extent permitted by law, the App is made available by the Board on the basis that the Board excludes all representations, warranties, conditions and other terms (including, without limitation, the conditions implied by law of satisfactory quality, fitness for purpose and the use of reasonable care and skill) which, but for this disclaimer, might have effect in relation to the App.

Users assumes all responsibility for using the information accessed via the App.  If the User has health concerns, they should contact a healthcare professional.

Medicines Companion disclaimer

The MyPsych – Medicines website/app (“App”) is intended as a reference source for education about the safe and effective use of medicines. The App is intended for use by healthcare professionals (a) working in NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, legally known as Greater Glasgow Health Board (the “Board”), and/or (b) working for any health and social care partnership in the Board’s area. The information contained in the App provides guidance for the management of common mental health conditions and situations. Users should note that that the guidance within the App will not be suitable for every situation and is not intended to be a substitute for specialist expertise and clinical judgement. Users should be mindful of the potential for harmful polypharmacy and increased susceptibility to adverse drug reactions in patients with multiple morbidities or frailty. If, after discussion with the patient or carer, there are good reasons for not following a guideline, it is good practice to record these and communicate them to others involved in the care of the patient. The App is not intended for use by the general public and does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional. Members of the public should seek advice directly from their healthcare provider.  The App includes access to national guidelines.

The content of the App is specific to this Board and it may not be applicable to other local healthcare areas or practices. While the Board makes reasonable efforts to ensure that the information accessed via the App is correct, the App is provided ‘as is’ and the Board does not warrant the accuracy and completeness of the material accessed via the App. The Board may make changes to the App at any time without notice. Some of the material accessed via the App may be out of date, and the Board makes no commitment to update such material.  Where the App contains links to other sites and or resources provided by third parties, these links are provided for information only. The Board has no control over and no liability in respect of the content of these sites and resources. Accordingly, to the maximum extent permitted by law, the App is made available by the Board on the basis that the Board excludes all representations, warranties, conditions and other terms (including, without limitation, the conditions implied by law of satisfactory quality, fitness for purpose and the use of reasonable care and skill) which, but for this disclaimer, might have effect in relation to the App.

Users assume all responsibility for using the information accessed via the App.

Recruitment disclaimer

The MyPsych- NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (“Board”) Recruitment website/app (“App”) is intended as a reference and information source. The information contained in the App is intended for use by individuals considering applying for a job or establishing a career within the Board.

While the Board makes reasonable efforts to ensure that the information accessed via the App is correct, the App is provided ‘as is’ and the Board does not warrant the accuracy and completeness of the material accessed via the App.  

The Board may make changes to the App at any time without notice. Some of the material accessed via the App may be out of date, and the Board makes no commitment to update such material.   Accordingly, to the maximum extent permitted by law, the App is made available by the Board on the basis that the Board excludes all representations, warranties, conditions and other terms which, but for this disclaimer, might have effect in relation to the App. 

Users assume all responsibility for using the information accessed via the App. 

Research disclaimer

The MyPsych – Research website/app (“App”) is intended as a reference source for research activities. The App is intended for use by healthcare professionals (a) employed by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, legally known as Greater Glasgow Health Board (the “Board”), and/or (b) employed by the Board under an honorary contract.  The App provides information on research support for staff and details of active research studies. The App is not intended for use by the general public and does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional. Members of the public should seek advice directly from their healthcare provider.  The App includes access to national guidance.

The content of the App is specific to this Board and it may not be applicable to other local healthcare areas or practices. While the Board makes reasonable efforts to ensure that the information accessed via the App is correct, the App is provided ‘as is’ and the Board does not warrant the accuracy and completeness of the material accessed via the App. The Board may make changes to the App at any time without notice. Some of the material accessed via the App may be out of date, and the Board makes no commitment to update such material.  Where the App contains links to other sites and or resources provided by third parties, these links are provided for information only. The Board has no control over and no liability in respect of the content of these sites and resources. Accordingly, to the maximum extent permitted by law, the App is made available by the Board on the basis that the Board excludes all representations, warranties, conditions and other terms (including, without limitation, the conditions implied by law of satisfactory quality, fitness for purpose and the use of reasonable care and skill) which, but for this disclaimer, might have effect in relation to the App.

Users assume all responsibility for using the information accessed via the App.

Senior Psychiatrists disclaimer

The MyPsych – Senior Psychiatrists website/app (“App”) is intended as a reference source for doctors in psychiatry working in consultant, specialty and associate specialist or mental health officer posts. The App is intended for use by healthcare professionals (a) working in NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, legally known as Greater Glasgow Health Board (the “Board”), and/or (b) working for any health and social care partnership in the Board’s area. The information contained in the App supports doctors with their continuing professional development. Users should note that that the guidance within the App will not be suitable for every situation and is not intended to be a substitute for specialist expertise and clinical judgement. The App is not intended for use by the general public and does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional. Members of the public should seek advice directly from their healthcare provider. The App includes access to national guidelines.

The content of the App is specific to the Board and it may not be applicable to other local healthcare areas or practices. While the Board makes reasonable efforts to ensure that the information accessed via the App is correct, the App is provided ‘as is’ and the Board does not warrant the accuracy and completeness of the material accessed via the App. The Board may make changes to the App at any time without notice. Some of the material accessed via the App may be out of date, and the Board makes no commitment to update such material. Where the App contains links to other sites and or resources provided by third parties, these links are provided for information only. The Board has no control over and no liability in respect of the content of these sites and resources. Accordingly, to the maximum extent permitted by law, the App is made available by the Board on the basis that the Board excludes all representations, warranties, conditions and other terms (including, without limitation, the conditions implied by law of satisfactory quality, fitness for purpose and the use of reasonable care and skill) which, but for this disclaimer, might have effect in relation to the App.

Users assume all responsibility for using the information accessed via the App.

Editorial Information

Last reviewed: 01/11/2023

Next review date: 01/11/2024

Author(s): MyPsych Editorial Group.

Version: 1.0

Author email(s): mypsych@ggc.scot.nhs.uk.

Approved By: MyPsych Editorial Group

Reviewer name(s): MyPsych Editorial Group.