Terms and Conditions

Welcome to the Project EPIC website ("EPIC", "we", "our", "us").

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By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the website.

 

1. Purpose of the website

Project EPIC is a research and community engagement initiative that provides information, resources, research updates, and educational content related to ADHD, mental health, and youth wellbeing.

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• The content on this website is intended for general informational and educational purposes only.

• Project EPIC may operate in collaboration with affiliated institutions and organisations, including Curtin University.

• Unless otherwise stated, content published on this website does not necessarily represent the official views of Curtin University.

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2. Not medical advice or crisis support

The EPIC website does not provide:

• medical advice

• psychological treatment

• diagnosis

• therapy

• crisis support services

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Information provided on this website is not a substitute for professional medical, psychological, or mental health care.

Users should seek advice from qualified health professionals regarding their individual circumstances.

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Project EPIC does not provide emergency monitoring or crisis response services. If you or someone else is in immediate danger or requires urgent support, contact emergency services or an appropriate crisis support service.

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Australian support services include:

• In a life-threatening emergency, call 000

• For crisis support:

  • Lifeline - Call 13 11 14  or Text 0477 131 114 | https://www.lifeline.org.au/​

  • 13 YARN - Call  13 92 76 | https://www.13yarn.org.au/

  • Suicide Call Back Service - Call 1300 659 467 | https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/

• For mental health support:

  • Kids Help Line (ages 5-25) - Call 1800 551 800 | https://kidshelpline.com.au/

  • Beyond Blue - Call 1300 224 636 | https://www.beyondblue.org.au/​​

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3. Website use

Users agree to use this website lawfully, respectfully, and in a way that does not interfere with the operation or security of the website.

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Users must not:

• engage in unlawful activity through the website

• attempt to gain unauthorised access to website systems or data

• upload malicious software or harmful material

• impersonate another person or organisation

• use the website to harass, abuse, threaten, or harm others

• reproduce or distribute website content in a misleading or unlawful manner

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We reserve the right to restrict or remove access to website features where misuse occurs.

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4. Intellectual property

Unless otherwise stated, content on this website, including text, graphics, branding, educational materials, visual designs, downloadable resources, and media, is owned by or licensed to Project EPIC and/or its affiliated contributors and organisations.

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Website content may be viewed, downloaded, and shared for personal, educational, or non-commercial purposes provided appropriate acknowledgement is maintained.

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Users must not:

• claim EPIC content, resources, or materials as their own work

• remove attribution, copyright, logos, or acknowledgements

• reproduce or redistribute EPIC materials in ways that are misleading or imply authorship, ownership, endorsement, or affiliation

• modify, rebrand, or adapt EPIC materials in ways that misrepresent their origin or meaning

• use EPIC content for commercial purposes without prior permission

• modify or republish website content or materials in misleading ways

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Materials, publications, or resources linked through the website remain the intellectual property of their respective owners.

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5. Research Activities and participation

Using the EPIC website does not automatically make someone a participant in research.

Some activities connected to Project EPIC may involve research conducted under institutional ethics approval and governance processes.

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Where individuals are invited to participate in research activities:

• participation will be voluntary

• additional participant information and consent materials will be provided

• research data will be handled in accordance with applicable ethics, privacy, and data management requirements

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6. Third-party links and services

The EPIC website may include links to external websites, services, resources, platforms, or organisations. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only.

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Project EPIC is not responsible for:

• the content of third-party websites

• the availability of external services

• the privacy or security practices of external platforms

• information provided by third parties

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Users access third-party websites and services at their own discretion.

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7. Privacy

Project EPIC is committed to protecting personal information and handling information responsibly.

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Please refer to our Privacy Policy for information about:

• how personal information is collected

• how information may be used and stored

• cookies and analytics

• contact forms and third-party platforms

• research-related data collection

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8. Accuracy of information

We aim to ensure information published on this website is accurate, current, and evidence-informed. However, we do not guarantee:

• the completeness of website content

• that information is always current

• uninterrupted website access

• that all content will remain available

 

Information may change over time as evidence, services, policies, or resources evolve.

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Users are responsible for evaluating information and seeking professional advice where appropriate.

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9. Limitations and liability

To the extent permitted by law, Project EPIC and its affiliated contributors, collaborators, and organisations are not liable for any loss, damage, injury, or harm arising from:

• use of the website

• reliance on website content

• temporary website unavailability

• technical issues or interruptions

• use of third-party services or links

 

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes rights that cannot be excluded under Australian law.

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10. Changes to the website or terms

At any time without prior notice, we may update:

• website content

• services

• resources

• these Terms and Conditions

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Any changes to Terms and Conditions will be published on this page with an updated version date.

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11. Contact us

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

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Dr Lexy Staniland

greetings@epicadhdproject.com​