Medical & Parenting Disclaimer
Effective Date: [LAUNCH DATE]
This Is Not Professional Advice
Kung Fu Family is an informational and educational platform. It is not a medical service, therapy service, counseling service, or diagnostic tool.
The strategies, guidance, and content provided through the Service — including responses from the Parenting Companion, articles on the blog, and interactions in the Parent Community — are for informational and educational purposes only.
Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of information provided by the Service.
What Kung Fu Family Is NOT
We want to be explicit about what this platform is not:
- Not a medical provider. We do not diagnose, treat, or provide medical advice for any condition.
- Not a therapist or counselor. We do not provide psychotherapy, counseling, or mental health treatment for you or your child.
- Not a diagnostician. We do not assess, screen for, or diagnose developmental disorders, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, or any other medical or psychological condition.
- Not a mandated reporter. We are not a government agency and do not have the legal obligations or authority of mandated reporters. We cannot intervene in situations involving child safety.
- Not an emergency service. We cannot respond to emergencies. If your child is in immediate danger, call your local emergency number (911 in the United States) or go to your nearest emergency room.
- Not a substitute for professional judgment. No AI system, however well-informed, can replace the assessment of a qualified professional who can see, interact with, and evaluate your child in person.
AI-Generated Content
Responses from the Parenting Companion are generated by artificial intelligence based on a curated knowledge base of parenting research and strategies. These responses are:
- Not written by human professionals. No doctor, therapist, psychologist, or certified parenting expert writes or reviews responses before they are delivered to you.
- Not guaranteed to be accurate. AI systems can produce responses that are incorrect, incomplete, outdated, or inappropriate for your specific situation.
- Not personalized medical or therapeutic advice. While the Companion considers your child’s profile, it does so using pattern matching and general knowledge — not clinical assessment.
The Service includes automated safeguards that attempt to detect sensitive topics and redirect users to professional resources when appropriate. However, these safeguards are not infallible and should not be relied upon as a safety mechanism.
When to Seek Professional Help
The Service is not equipped to handle serious or urgent situations. Please contact a qualified professional immediately if your child or family is experiencing any of the following:
- Safety concerns: Any situation involving physical danger, abuse, neglect, or self-harm
- Mental health crises: Suicidal thoughts or statements, severe anxiety or depression, psychotic symptoms, or sudden personality changes
- Eating disorders: Persistent food refusal, binge eating, purging, or extreme food restriction beyond normal picky eating
- Developmental concerns: Significant regression in speech, motor skills, or social development; suspected autism spectrum disorder; suspected learning disabilities
- Behavioral escalation: Persistent aggression, violence toward self or others, property destruction, or behavior that poses a safety risk
- Medical symptoms: Any physical health concerns, injuries, or symptoms that may require medical evaluation
- Substance use: Suspected or known drug or alcohol use by a minor
- Trauma exposure: Your child has experienced or witnessed violence, abuse, a disaster, or other traumatic event
This list is not exhaustive. When in doubt, consult a professional. Your pediatrician, family doctor, or a licensed child psychologist is always the right first call when something feels serious.
Your Responsibility
By using the Service, you acknowledge and agree that:
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You are responsible for all parenting decisions. The Service provides information and suggestions. You decide what to apply, when, and how. The outcome of any strategy depends on factors we cannot assess or control.
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You will use your own judgment. You know your child better than any AI system. If guidance from the Service feels wrong for your child or situation, trust your instincts and disregard it.
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You will not delay seeking professional help. The Service should never be used as a reason to postpone or avoid consulting a qualified medical, psychological, or educational professional when circumstances warrant it.
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You understand the limitations of AI. Artificial intelligence cannot observe your child, read body language, detect nuance, or make the kind of holistic assessment that an in-person professional can provide.
Limitation of Liability
Vibbber Tech FCZO, its officers, directors, employees, and agents are not liable for any harm, injury, loss, or damage — physical, emotional, psychological, or otherwise — arising from your use of or reliance on information provided through the Service. This includes, without limitation, any outcomes resulting from applying parenting strategies suggested by the Service.
See our Terms of Service for complete liability limitations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this disclaimer:
Email: legal@vibbber.com
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