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Harvard STRIPED
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The Strategic Training Initiative for the Prevention of Eating Disorders, or STRIPED, is a graduate-level training initiative based at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Boston Children’s Hospital. https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/striped/
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · 5d
Our Fall Newsletter is live! From algorithm audits + AI advocacy to new research on colorism & body image, this issue reflects STRIPED’s bold, youth-inspired spirit. We also welcome new members of our International Expert Advisory Panel! Read here: hsph.harvard.edu/research/eat... @hsph.harvard.edu
Annual Reports and Newsletters | Strategic Training Initiative for the Prevention of Eating Disorders (STRIPED) | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
2024
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · 6d
Nearly half of Alaska youth report disordered eating. Rates are higher among female, minority, and higher-weight youth, with strong ties to mental distress and substance use. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40879503/ @albeccia.bsky.social @hsph.harvard.edu
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · 9d
We’re proudly partnering with the Consortium for Research in Eating Disorders (CoRe-ED) for their global online eating disorders research celebration on 15 October, 11am - 1pm AEDT.

It’s free to register here: events.humanitix.com/global-celeb...
Global Online Celebration of One Year: Consortium for Research in Eating Disorders
A global online event to hear about research and innovations in eating disorders around the world to celebrate CoRe-ED's first anniversary!
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · 15d
The STRIPED team was glad to be part of this year’s Eating Disorders Research Society conference! From presentations to conversations, it was inspiring to connect with colleagues and share ideas that will help shape the future of eating disorders research. @hsph.harvard.edu @albeccia.bsky.social
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · 15d
The STRIPED team was delighted to join the annual Eating Disorders Research Society conference this year! One highlight — seeing Yongjoo Kim, Ariel, Jordon Levinson, and Kendrin Sonneville together in this great photo. #EDRS2025 @albeccia.bsky.social @hsph.harvard.edu
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · 16d
Social media profits from kids’ attention—at great cost to their health. That’s why we testified on Sen. Velis’ S.51 to require audits of engagement algorithms. Thank you Joint Committee for hearing us. Time to act: report S.51 favorably! hsph.harvard.edu/research/eat... @hsph.harvard.edu
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · 20d
Honored Sen. Amy Klobuchar spotlighted STRIPED’s research in a Senate Judiciary hearing. Our study shows social media profits from kids’ attention, building momentum for stronger youth protections. journals.plos.org/plosone/arti... @fairplayforkids.bsky.social @counterhate.com @hsph.harvard.edu
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · 22d
The Journalist’s Resource piece, “Eating disorders in boys and men: A research roundup,” quotes STRIPED + collaborator Dr. Jason Nagata. journalistsresource.org/home/eating-... @hsph.harvard.edu @alliancefored.bsky.social @naseemmiller.bsky.social @jasonmnagata.bsky.social
Eating disorders in boys and men: A research roundup
In this research-based piece, we provide an overview of eating disorders in males, including the latest available data and summaries of studies to help inform news coverage of this underreported issue...
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Sep 2
STRIPED Youth Corps Missouri team members Sahana, Ketan, and Gaurish are calling for action: OTC diet pills and muscle-building supplements are harming kids and fueling eating disorders.

Read their powerful op-ed in the Missouri Independent: missouriindependent.com/2025/08/27/d...
Diet pills and muscle-building supplements pose a threat for minors in Missouri • Missouri Independent
Seventeen-year-old Christopher Herrera can no longer play sports.  After Christopher ingested concentrated green tea extract labelled as a “fat burning supplement”, his liver was compromised so severe...
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Aug 5
This short video breaks down STRIPED’s Roadmap for independent algorithm audits—ideal for quick advocacy, lawmaker intros, or sharing with your network. Watch part of our 7-part video series: youtu.be/RCmj1bPRW1o?... @hsph.harvard.edu @counterhate.com
Part 7: Roadmap Overview
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Aug 5
Ozempic knock-offs are flooding the supplement market—and putting public health at risk. Dr. Bryn Austin spoke with @pbsnews.org about the dangers of these unregulated products. Check out more from @hsph.harvard.edu:
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Ozempic, Wegovy inspire wave of GLP-1 supplements—but are they safe or effective? | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Experts warned that GLP-1 branded supplements don't match the effectiveness of real GLP-1 agonists such Ozempic and Wegovy, medications for diabetes and weight loss.
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jul 29
🔍 Part 6 of our series: A step-by-step guide to algorithm risk audits—how states can ID, measure & report social media harms.
💡 Plus: legal insights & transparency tools. www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnHF...
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Part 6: How Independent Algorithm Audits Can Protect Kids Online
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jul 29
PBS NewsHour investigates GLP-1-branded weight loss supplements sold via influencers on TikTok Shop. Experts say that these products are misleading and unproven, featuring quotes from STRIPED Director Bryn Austin & Collaborator Jensen Jose. www.pbs.org/newshour/hea... @cspinet.org @hsph.harvard.edu
What to know before you buy a weight loss supplement on TikTok
Experts say supplement companies have tried to capitalize on the GLP-1 craze, putting the phrase in their product names, which can be deceptive.
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jul 25
🔍 Part 5 of our series dives into the model legislation behind our Roadmap...
📌 What’s covered:
– The law’s purpose and scope
– Creation of a new oversight office
– How enforcement, reporting, and penalties work
www.youtube.com/watch?v=By4q... @counterhate.com @hsph.harvard.edu
Part 5: Inside the Social Media Algorithm Accountability Act
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jul 21
The fourth video of our social media roadmap series dives into legal tools available to states, including how to navigate the First Amendment and Section 230 while still holding platforms accountable for algorithmic design harms. www.youtube.com/watch?v=M19R... @counterhate.com @hsph.harvard.edu
Part 4: Legal Pathways to Regulate Harmful Social Media Algorithms
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jul 16
Social media profits over kids’ safety? Part 3 of our series exposes how platforms profit from youth engagement and the need for oversight of their harmful designs.
🔎 Ad revenue from minors
🔎 STRIPED’s economic modeling insights
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Part 3: How Social Media Profits from Young Users – The Economic Case
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jul 16
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jul 11
Why are some young men pushing gym culture to dangerous extremes? This week on AirTalk, STRIPED Director S. Bryn Austin and pediatrician Jason Nagata discuss exercise, body image, and eating disorders among boys and young men. @hsph.harvard.edu @cspinet.org laist.com/shows/airtal...
What we know about immigration enforcement in MacArthur Park
Today on AirTalk, what we know about the ICE raids in MacArthur Park; what will pressure to roll back climate goals look like for CA's air quality?; a new biography details the life of Bella Starr; th...
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jul 11
Why are some young men pushing gym culture to dangerous extremes? This week on AirTalk, STRIPED Director S. Bryn Austin and pediatrician Jason Nagata discuss exercise, body image, and eating disorders among boys and young men. @hsph.harvard.edu @cspinet.org laist.com/shows/airtal...
What we know about immigration enforcement in MacArthur Park
Today on AirTalk, what we know about the ICE raids in MacArthur Park; what will pressure to roll back climate goals look like for CA's air quality?; a new biography details the life of Bella Starr; th...
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jul 14
We are excited to share part 2 of our 7-part video series:

This video explores the public health and neuroscience research connecting social media use with rising rates of anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and other mental health concerns among youth.

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Part 2: Youth Mental Health & Public Health Insights on Social Media
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jul 11
Why are some young men pushing gym culture to dangerous extremes? This week on AirTalk, STRIPED Director S. Bryn Austin and pediatrician Jason Nagata discuss exercise, body image, and eating disorders among boys and young men. @hsph.harvard.edu @cspinet.org laist.com/shows/airtal...
What we know about immigration enforcement in MacArthur Park
Today on AirTalk, what we know about the ICE raids in MacArthur Park; what will pressure to roll back climate goals look like for CA's air quality?; a new biography details the life of Bella Starr; th...
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jul 10
FTC takes action over false weight-loss claims in supplement ads and gag clauses. www.ftc.gov/news-events/... @hsph.harvard.edu
FTC Sends Refunds to Consumers Harmed by Weight-loss Supplement Marketer’s Deceptive Claims and Review Practices
The Federal Trade Commission is sending payments totaling more than $409,000 to consumers who bought products from weight-loss supplement marketer Roca Labs.
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jun 30
Social media algorithms can harm youth. Our new video series shares how states can act through algorithm audits and accountability laws.

🎬 Watch Part 1: www.youtube.com/watch?v=CcmF...
🌐 Roadmap: hsph.me/algorithm-au...
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How to Hold Social Media Platforms Accountable. | Policy Translation Overview | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Social media has emerged over the last several decades as both an invaluable resource and a source of harm to youth. With the rise in social media use among
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jun 17
Medicaid is mental health. It covers care for 1 in 5 Americans — 72 million people count on it. Now is not the time to cut it. Protect mental health. Protect Medicaid.

📣 Take action now: insact.us/medicaid
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jun 16
STRIPED team member Ariel Beccia presented a poster on our advocacy work to re-include items assessing eating disorders into the Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) at #SER2025 last week! @societyforepi.bsky.social @hsph.harvard.edu @albeccia.bsky.social
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Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · Jun 11
Dr. Bryn Austin, Director of STRIPED, brought powerful evidence to today’s hearing—reminding lawmakers that youth are being targeted by an industry profiting off their insecurities. Time to put health first. @hsph.harvard.edu @cspinet.org
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