Posted: | January 3, 2023 04:11 PM |
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From: | Representative Jason Ortitay |
To: | All House members |
Subject: | Addressing Eating Disorders in School |
In the near future, I will be introducing legislation to create an Eating Disorders Taskforce within the PA Department of Education. It will also require schools to provide parent educational information regarding eating disorders to parents/guardians of students in grades 6-12 through email, mail, or posting on their school district website. This will include a list of warning signs, risk factors, resources, and other information about eating disorders. The rise of social media usage can have many different effects on body image and the later development of eating disorders in many individuals. Research clearly shows that social media exposure contributes to body dissatisfaction and eating disorders. Here are some facts on eating disorders in the Commonwealth from a Harvard and Deloitte report:
Please join me in co-sponsoring this important legislation. |
Introduced as HB148