National Eating Disorders Association

A non-profit organization providing support and resources for individuals affected by eating disorders.

CCI Score

35.66

-0.01% April 18

Latest Event

Promotion of Helpline for Eating Disorder Support

During an event focused on the impacts of weight shaming by public figures, the article highlights the National Eating Disorders Association’s provision of a toll‐free helpline to support those struggling with body image and eating disorders, reinforcing community care and support for marginalized groups.

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National Eating Disorders Association is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score

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Latest Events

MAR

31

2025

Promotion of Helpline for Eating Disorder Support
75.00

During an event focused on the impacts of weight shaming by public figures, the article highlights the National Eating Disorders Association’s provision of a toll‐free helpline to support those struggling with body image and eating disorders, reinforcing community care and support for marginalized groups.
OCT

01

2023

Legislative Advocacy for Progressive Health Policy
59.95

NEDA is actively engaging in legislative and regulatory advocacy focused on awareness, education, early intervention, funding for research, and improved access to treatment for eating disorders. This effort involves policy statements, grassroots mobilization, and collaboration with like-minded groups to influence public policy in support of vulnerable communities.
+70

Public and Political Behavior

March 31

The National Eating Disorders Association's active legislative and regulatory advocacy underscores a commitment to progressive public policy that supports health and wellbeing. By mobilizing volunteers and engaging with legislators and regulators to promote education, early intervention, and research funding, NEDA aligns with anti-authoritarian, socially responsible efforts that protect marginalized communities.

Legislative Advocacy - National Eating Disorders Association
MAY

30

2023

NEDA Chatbot Controversy Leads to Harmful Diet Advice
-41.39

Following user complaints about its AI chatbot dispensing unsafe dieting tips to individuals with eating disorders, NEDA indefinitely disabled the chatbot on May 30, 2023. The incident raised concerns over the shift from a long-established helpline to unvetted AI technology in a sensitive public health arena.
-60

Technology and Services Impact

March 31

NEDA's deployment of an AI chatbot without sufficient oversight resulted in harmful dieting recommendations, risking the well‐being of a vulnerable population. This misuse of technology in a sensitive health context demonstrates a failure to safeguard individuals affected by eating disorders.

Chatbot that offered bad advice for eating disorders taken down - NPR
-40

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 31

By moving away from a long-standing, human-staffed helpline to an unsupervised AI-driven system without proper quality control, NEDA compromised ethical responsibility. This decision contributed to the mishandling of sensitive health communications and undermined trust among its vulnerable service users.

Chatbot that offered bad advice for eating disorders taken down - NPR
JAN

24

2023

NEDA Announces New Communication Executive and 2023 Initiatives
28.35

NEDA appointed Sarah Chase as Vice President of Communication and Marketing and outlined a comprehensive set of 2023 initiatives including expanding online resources, launching a new YouTube channel, and boosting community engagement through events like Walks and Campus Warriors to enhance support and education for individuals affected by eating disorders.
+40

Public and Political Behavior

March 31

The appointment of a new communications executive and the outlined plans are aimed at boosting public engagement and education. This enhances community support for marginalized groups and counters harmful narratives by promoting accurate information and inclusive dialogue, which aligns with anti-authoritarian, progressive values.

NEDA Announces New Communication Executive and Plans for 2023
+30

Technology and Services Impact

March 31

The planned launch of a new YouTube channel and the creation of a comprehensive online resource library are key digital initiatives that will broaden NEDA's outreach. These actions support community empowerment and ensure the dissemination of reliable, research-based information, which helps counter misinformation and authoritarian narratives.

NEDA Announces New Communication Executive and Plans for 2023
DEC

03

2021

NEDA Joins Progressive Advocacy Meeting with ADM Rachel Levine
49.94

As part of a coalition effort, the National Eating Disorders Association participated in a meeting with ADM Rachel Levine to discuss and promote progressive mental health policies, emphasizing improved care and inclusivity in the treatment of eating disorders.
+70

Executive Political Engagement

March 31

NEDA’s active engagement in a meeting with a high-ranking government official underscores its commitment to progressive mental health policies and inclusivity. This form of executive political engagement supports efforts to improve mental health and treatment for eating disorders, aligning with anti-authoritarian principles by advocating for transparent, equitable, and progressive policies.

Eating Disorders Coalition: News & Press
NOV

19

2018

NEDA Announces Inclusive Legislation for Eating Disorders Prevention
42.11

On November 19, 2018, NEDA announced new legislation amending USDA nutrition education programs to incorporate eating disorders prevention and assessment, promoting a weight‐inclusive and evidence‐based approach to public health.
+80

Executive Political Engagement

March 31

NEDA's announcement of legislation to amend USDA nutrition programs to include eating disorders prevention underscores proactive executive political engagement. By promoting policies that emphasize inclusive, evidence-based public health and challenge stigmatizing weight-focused practices, the organization supports marginalized communities and progressive, anti-authoritarian objectives.

National Eating Disorders Association Announces New Legislation for Eating Disorders Prevention and Assessment for All Body Sizes