Important Health Information

Medical Disclaimer

Please read this disclaimer carefully before using Circadia. Your health and safety are paramount.

Critical Notice

Circadia is NOT a medical device, diagnostic tool, or treatment. It is a personal wellness tracking application designed to help you monitor patterns and share information with your healthcare providers. It does not provide medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment recommendations.

Not Medical Advice

Circadia does NOT provide medical advice.

All content, features, and functionality provided by Circadia, including but not limited to mood tracking, sleep analysis, pattern detection, insights, predictions, and any other information displayed within the application, are for informational and educational purposes only.

Nothing in this application should be construed as:

  • Professional medical advice
  • A diagnosis of any medical or mental health condition
  • A recommendation for any specific treatment or medication
  • A reason to start, stop, or change any medication regimen
  • A substitute for the judgment of a qualified healthcare provider

Not a Substitute for Professional Care

Circadia is not a substitute for professional medical care, psychiatric treatment, therapy, counseling, or any other form of healthcare.

If you are living with bipolar disorder or any other mental health condition, you should be under the care of qualified healthcare professionals who can:

  • Properly diagnose your condition through comprehensive evaluation
  • Prescribe and monitor appropriate medications
  • Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions
  • Adjust treatment plans based on your individual response
  • Provide crisis intervention when necessary

Circadia is designed to complement, not replace, your relationship with your healthcare providers.

Consult Your Healthcare Provider

Always seek the advice of your physician, psychiatrist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding:

  • A medical or mental health condition
  • Changes in your symptoms or mental state
  • Medications and their effects or side effects
  • Treatment options and decisions
  • Any data, patterns, or insights shown in Circadia

Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read or seen in this application.

Emergency Situations

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, crisis, or having thoughts of self-harm or suicide:

DO NOT rely on this application. Seek immediate help.

Immediate resources:

  • Call 911 (or your local emergency number) for immediate danger
  • Call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) - available 24/7
  • Text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line)
  • Go to your nearest emergency room
  • Contact your psychiatrist or therapist if they offer emergency services

Circadia is not designed for crisis intervention and should never be used as your primary resource during a mental health emergency.

No Diagnosis or Treatment

Circadia does not diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, disorder, or medical condition, including but not limited to:

  • Bipolar I Disorder
  • Bipolar II Disorder
  • Cyclothymic Disorder
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Any other mood disorder or mental health condition

Any labels, categories, or classifications used within the application (such as “manic,” “hypomanic,” “depressive,” “mixed,” or “euthymic”) are for tracking purposes only and do not constitute a clinical diagnosis or assessment.

Limitations of the Service

You understand and acknowledge that:

  • Pattern predictions are not guarantees. Any insights or predictions about future mood states are based on historical data patterns and include inherent uncertainty. They may be inaccurate or fail to predict actual outcomes.
  • Medication reminders are not prescriptions. Reminder features are tools to help you remember; they do not replace your healthcare provider's instructions or professional medication management.
  • Sleep and health data have limitations. Data from HealthKit, wearables, or manual entry may not be accurate and should not be relied upon for medical decisions.
  • AI and machine learning features are not clinical tools. Any algorithmic analysis is for informational purposes only and has not been validated for clinical use.

Personal Responsibility

You are solely responsible for your health decisions.

By using Circadia, you acknowledge that:

  • You will maintain an active relationship with qualified healthcare providers
  • You will not make medication changes based solely on information from this app
  • You will seek professional help when experiencing concerning symptoms
  • You understand the information provided is not a substitute for professional judgment
  • Any decisions you make based on this application are made at your own risk

Data Accuracy

While we strive to provide useful tracking tools, we make no warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any data displayed in the application.

  • Self-reported data depends on your own observations and may contain errors
  • Data from connected devices and services may be incomplete or inaccurate
  • Charts, trends, and visualizations are approximations based on available data
  • Technical issues may affect data collection, storage, or display

Always verify important information with your healthcare provider and do not rely solely on data from this application for health-related decisions.

Third-Party Information

Any educational content, articles, or information within Circadia about bipolar disorder, mental health, sleep, or related topics is provided for general informational purposes only.

  • We do not endorse any specific treatments, medications, or healthcare providers
  • Links to external resources are provided for convenience and do not imply endorsement
  • Medical and scientific knowledge evolves; information may become outdated

Jurisdictional Notice

Circadia is not regulated as a medical device by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or any other regulatory body. It has not been evaluated or approved for diagnosing, treating, curing, or preventing any disease.

Healthcare regulations vary by jurisdiction. The availability and appropriateness of this application may differ based on your location. This disclaimer is intended to comply with applicable laws and is not intended to be a comprehensive statement of law.

Your Acknowledgment

By using Circadia, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Medical Disclaimer.

You specifically acknowledge that:

  • Circadia is a wellness tool, not a medical device or clinical service
  • You will continue to work with qualified healthcare providers for your care
  • You assume responsibility for how you use information from this application
  • In emergencies, you will seek immediate professional help, not use this app

If you do not agree with this disclaimer, please do not use Circadia.

If you're in crisis or need immediate support, please reach out: