Hi folks,

It seems some people have been acting in a way that is generally against the community guidelines recently in our chat rooms. So take this as a gentle reminder...

1. All Community Guidelines apply in chat.

2. Do not enter chat while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. We've instituted a zero-tolerance policy regarding this issue, so if we suspect you're under the influence, you will get a warning and then, if you continue, an immediate 1-day chat room suspension.

3. The chat rooms are primarily for mental health and related support.

4. The lobby is not the place to congregate and have general discussions. Enter the lobby, find a room that has people in it that meets your needs, and move on. Members who are talking about mature topics in the lobby rather than 21+ will be warned and may face suspension if they don't move the conversation to a more appropriate venue. This is out of respect for the minors in our community.

5. The chat rooms, like the forums, are not for people who are actively suicidal. Do not go into the chat rooms looking for suicide support.

6. Be sensitive to other members' likely triggers, like talk about self injury or suicidal thoughts. Ask if it's okay to talk about Subject XYZ if you suspect it may be a triggery topic, and if other members object, create your own room or move into another room to discuss the topic.

Most people act appropriately in chat most of the time. I apologize I have to post this reminder to reach the handful of members who seem to believe they can do whatever they please in the chat rooms without recrimination.

We value your membership in our community, and in helping keep the community safe for all members. If you see inappropriate behavior in the chat rooms, please report such behavior immediately to a moderator or admin who is online.

Thanks,
DocJohn