Terms of Use

Effective Date: 05/27/26
Last Updated: 05/27/26Welcome to the website of the American Board of Sports and Performance Psychiatry (“ABSPP,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”).If you do not agree to these Terms, you should not access or use this website.

1. Use of Website

This website is intended to provide information regarding ABSPP, including but not limited to:Certification and credentialing informationEducational programmingProfessional resourcesOrganizational announcementsEvents and conferencesMembership opportunitiesResearch and advocacy initiativesYou agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.You may not use this website in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, disrupt, or impair the website or interfere with another party’s use of the website.

2. No Medical or Psychiatric Advice

The content provided on this website is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, psychiatric advice, diagnosis, treatment, or the establishment of a physician-patient relationship.Nothing on this website should be interpreted as professional healthcare advice or relied upon as a substitute for consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.If you are experiencing a medical or psychiatric emergency, contact emergency services or seek immediate professional care.

3. Eligibility

By using this website, you represent that:You are at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction;You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms; andAny information you provide is accurate and complete.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including but not limited to:TextGraphicsLogosTrademarksService marksIconsImagesVideosEducational materialsWebsite designSoftwareDownloadsDocumentsis owned by or licensed to ABSPP and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.No content from this website may be copied, reproduced, distributed, modified, republished, uploaded, transmitted, or otherwise exploited without prior written permission from ABSPP, except for personal, non-commercial use permitted by law.Unauthorized use may violate copyright, trademark, and other laws.

5. Trademarks

“American Board of Sports and Performance Psychiatry” and related names, logos, branding elements, and marks are the property of ABSPP unless otherwise indicated.Use of ABSPP trademarks without prior written authorization is strictly prohibited.

6. Certification and Credentialing Disclaimer

ABSPP may provide information regarding certification programs, professional qualifications, examinations, and credentialing processes.Submission of an application or participation in any program does not guarantee certification, membership, credentialing, endorsement, employment, or professional advancement.ABSPP reserves the right to modify eligibility criteria, examination requirements, policies, fees, educational standards, and certification processes at any time.ABSPP also reserves the right to revoke, suspend, deny, or otherwise modify certification or membership status in accordance with applicable organizational policies and procedures.

7. User Submissions

If you submit information, applications, forms, comments, communications, or other materials to ABSPP, you agree that:The information provided is accurate and lawful;You have the authority to provide such information;Your submissions do not violate the rights of third parties; andABSPP may use submitted materials as reasonably necessary to administer its programs, operations, and services.You may not submit content that is unlawful, defamatory, abusive, fraudulent, infringing, obscene, harassing, or otherwise objectionable.

8. Website Accounts

If portions of the website require account registration, you are responsible for:Maintaining the confidentiality of login credentials;Restricting access to your account;All activities occurring under your account.You agree to notify ABSPP immediately of any unauthorized access or security breach.ABSPP reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts at its discretion.

9. Payments and Refunds

Certain website features, registrations, applications, examinations, memberships, or educational programs may require payment of fees.By submitting payment information, you represent that you are authorized to use the payment method provided.Refund eligibility, cancellation policies, and fee structures may vary by program, event, or service and will be communicated where applicable.ABSPP reserves the right to change pricing and fees at any time.

10. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites or services for convenience or informational purposes.ABSPP does not control and is not responsible for:Third-party content;Privacy practices;Accuracy of information; orAvailability of external websites.Accessing third-party websites is done at your own risk.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

THIS WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ABSPP DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:MERCHANTABILITYFITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSENON-INFRINGEMENTACCURACYRELIABILITYAVAILABILITYSECURITYABSPP DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

12. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ABSPP AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, MEMBERS, EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, VOLUNTEERS, FACULTY, AFFILIATES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO:USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE WEBSITE;RELIANCE ON WEBSITE CONTENT;TECHNICAL FAILURES;DATA LOSS;BUSINESS INTERRUPTION; ORUNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO INFORMATION.IN NO EVENT SHALL ABSPP’S TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID, IF ANY, BY THE USER FOR THE SPECIFIC SERVICE GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.

13. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless ABSPP and its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, affiliates, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising from:Your use of the website;Your violation of these Terms;Your infringement of any third-party rights; orAny unlawful or improper conduct related to your use of the website.

14. Privacy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

15. Accessibility

ABSPP is committed to promoting website accessibility and improving access for individuals with disabilities.If you encounter accessibility barriers while using our website, please contact us so we may make reasonable efforts to address the issue.

16. Modifications to Website or Terms

ABSPP reserves the right to:Modify or discontinue website features;Restrict access to portions of the website; andUpdate these Terms at any time without prior notice.Updated Terms will become effective upon posting to the website.Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

17. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [Insert State], without regard to conflict of law principles.Any disputes arising from these Terms or use of the website shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in [Insert County and State], and you consent to the jurisdiction of such courts.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, invalid, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

19. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any additional posted policies or agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and ABSPP regarding use of the website.

20. Contact Information

Questions regarding these Terms of Use may be directed to:American Board of Sports and Performance Psychiatrywww.ussportspsychiatry.orgdrallen@ussportspsychiatry.org7373 N Scottsdale Rd
Suite C190
Scottsdale, AZ 85253