Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her) @megnparker.bsky.social · 02/10/2026One fateful day on internship my friend gave a mock job talk on irritability and psychopathology. I asked “why not look at irritability and eating disorders” and texted her whenever I saw “irritable” written in clinical notes of teens with EDs… which was often. Finally, she agreed to write a paper👇 110
Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her) @megnparker.bsky.social · 24/07/2026Asking because I am genuinely curious…. are any conferences actually held in Dubai, or is it just the fake ones? 000
Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her) @megnparker.bsky.social · 14/06/2026Celebrated a big grant submission with some of my favorite RI things: Sundaes ice cream, a Scarborough beach day, Italian food on Atwells street and a comedy show at Uptown theater ❤️ 130
Reposted by Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her)Harvard STRIPED @harvardstriped.bsky.social · 23/02/2026Weight stigma harms mental and physical health and is a significant risk factor for eating disorders. STRIPED’s roadmap outlines expert-informed strategies to address weight stigma across public health research, policy, and practice. hsph.harvard.edu/wp-content/u... @alliancefored.bsky.socialhsph.harvard.edu 021
Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her) @megnparker.bsky.social · 22/10/2025I did a happy dance when I learned I will get to present my new research on the mental health of adolescents with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) at the joint World Congress Pediatric Gynocology/ @naspag.bsky.social meeting this spring! 111
Reposted by Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her)Vivienne Hazzard @vhazzard.bsky.social · 06/10/2025So grateful to the teens who shared their experiences with us to help develop the Co-occurring Insecurities Model, a new working theoretical model to explain the link between #foodinsecurity and #bingeeating. Full text: authors.elsevier.com/a/1loUMiVKTo... 1144
Reposted by Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her)Joe Wonderlich @joewonderlich.bsky.social · 23/09/2025🚨 Mark your calendar: Oct 2. Sanford's FREE virtual Eating Disorders Research Summit brings 4 world-class scientists to discuss treatments for BED, tech-driven prevention, GI health in malnutrition, and brain reward pathways. Don’t miss it—register now: www.eeds.com/live/794837 #EatingDisorderseeds.com Portal - Live Events 143
Reposted by Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her)Ellen Fitzsimmons-Craft, PhD @fitzsimmonscraft.bsky.social · 15/08/2025📣 I'm recruiting a postdoc to work on a newly-funded R01 aiming to optimize a digital intervention for #eatingdisorders and contribute to other research in this space! Remote candidates may be considered. Start spring/sum 26 (or sooner!). Pls share! wustl.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job...wustl.wd1.myworkdayjobs.comPostdoctoral Research Associate - Psychological & Brain SciencesPosition Summary This position will primarily support the implementation of a newly funded National Institute of Mental Health R01 grant focused on optimizing a digital chatbot intervention for eating... 02316
Reposted by Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her)Kira Venables @kiravenables.bsky.social · 14/07/2025🌟The REPEAT Lab at VCU (PI: Dr. Annie Haynos) in Richmond, VA is hiring a clinical research coordinator! 🌟 We use various methods (fMRI, EMA, computational modeling) to study neurobiological mechanisms and treatment for eating disorders & other disorders of rigidity. Post will be open for 1 week! 🧠📊 11213
Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her) @megnparker.bsky.social · 26/05/2025Words cannot describe how meaningful it was to have my family convene in DC to watch me graduate last weekend. I wouldn’t have made it to the finish line without my family, mentors, and friends. USU is a wonderfully unique university that I am lucky to have attended. 3130
Reposted by Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her)Janet Lydecker @jalydecker.bsky.social · 14/05/2025Learn what it's like to engage in research and be part of a teen advocacy board! What are we doing? Our current teen advisory board will: 151
Reposted by Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her)David Hackney @davidnhackney.bsky.social · 04/02/2025The American College of OB/GYN’s website is now hosting the critical documents purged by the CDC This is what every professional medical organization should be doing right now #MedSky www.acog.org/clinical/cli...acog.orgACOG EndorsedThe following documents have ACOG’s endorsement and are listed in order of endorsed date. 4655602205
Reposted by Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her)ABCT Student SIG @abctstudentsig.bsky.social · 25/01/2025🚨 CALLING ALL UNDERGRADUATE, POST-BACC, AND GRADUATE STUDENTS! The ABCT Student SIG is excited to announce that we are now ACCEPTING PROPOSALS for our third annual Student Research Symposium! Check out the thread below for more info on this FREE & VIRTUAL event! #ABCTStudentSymposium2025 11414
Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her) @megnparker.bsky.social · 04/12/2024Sharing a postdoc opening at the Suicide Prevention Institute at UNC. Suicide prevention is broadly defined & there is some flexibility with the clinical rotations. Bonus, you get to work with Sarah LeMay-Russell, who is a truly wonderful colleague & supervisor! unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/292...unc.peopleadmin.comPost-Doc Research AssociateThe University of North Carolina Suicide Prevention Institute (SPI) is seeking an excellent post-doctoral clinical or counseling psychologist to conduct research and clinical care in efforts to counte... 030
Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her) @megnparker.bsky.social · 04/12/2024My 1st PCOS project is published! Led by Dr. Long, we reviewed RCTs testing lifestyle modifications for AYA with PCOS. Interventions generally improved PCOS symptoms, but the complete lack of studies testing comprehensive, evidence-based lifestyle programs is concerning. tinyurl.com/3r2vc2c5tinyurl.comEffect of Lifestyle Modifications on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Predominantly Young Adults: A Systematic ReviewTo improve counseling and outcomes for the adolescent population (ages 10-24-years-old), with polycystic ovary syndrome we conducted a systematic review of randomized controlled trials with the primary objective to generate evidence-based recommendations for which lifestyle interventions with or without medications lead to the best outcomes. 040
Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her) @megnparker.bsky.social · 23/11/2024I’ve been gaining experience working with teens with functional neurological disorder (FND) on internship. I’ve learned a TON and love the work. Here is a short special issue on the tx approach for FND, with contributions from my excellent med-psych PHP supervisors www.rimed.org/rimedicaljou... 051
Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her) @megnparker.bsky.social · 13/02/2024🚨REMINDER 🚨: Don't forget to submit your abstract for consideration to the #ICED2024 #AED ECR SIG best abstract award! ⭐️Submissions close 18-Feb-2024⭐️ forms.gle/TWEeat2hGop6... If you have any questions, please reach out!forms.gleEarly Career SIG Abstract Award 2024Please complete the fields below by February 18th, 2024 (by 11:59 pm ET) Award Information We are offering 3 awards across 2 categories. Limited 1 submission per applicant. Research-focused (2 award... 000
Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her) @megnparker.bsky.social · 07/11/2023Here are the registration steps for AED & Early Career SIG members drive.google.com/file/d/17SzK... AED members who are not Early Career SIG members drive.google.com/file/d/1ZEui... email me your questions at Megan.parker.ctr AT usuhs.edu 100
Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her) @megnparker.bsky.social · 02/11/2023#PsychSciSky, have you ever wondered about harnessing AI to reduce your clinical demands… then we have a webinar for you! On Thursday Nov 16. @ 12pm ET, Dr. Shiri Sadeh-Sharvit will share her unique expertise on existing AI tools designed to support clinical practice. Registration link to come. 020
Reposted by Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her)Celeste Kidd @celestekidd.bsky.social · 23/10/2023We are happy to share our new commentary on why using language inclusively for transgender people is perfectly appropriate biologically, socially, and scientifically. A 🧵 on the commentary by @andyperfors.bsky.social, @spiantado.bsky.social, & mekiddlab.com 2316585
Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her) @megnparker.bsky.social · 11/10/2023Get to know your mutual. List ten things you’re into: 1. Arts & crafts (embroidery, jewelry, painting, etc)👩🎨 2. A24 films 📽️ 3. Baking🧁 4. Phone calls w family/friends📞 5. Live music🪩 6. EPL (go hammers!)🏴 7. QCODE podcasts🎧 8. Exploring local breweries/cafes 🍻&☕️ 9. Jigsaw puzzles🧩 10. Used 📚 stores 020
Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her) @megnparker.bsky.social · 02/10/2023We actually just updated the internship tab! Thanks to Jordan Schueler who shared her comprehensive search of the current APPIC listings. If we are missing any training opportunities please let me know! 020
Reposted by Megan N Parker, PhD (she/her)Jaclyn A. Siegel, PhD @jacasiegel.bsky.social · 30/09/2023Haven’t seen one of these yet, so here’s a body image/eating disorder researcher roundup. Tag yourself or your friends, or introduce yourself and your work in the comments! 🧵 153416