There's No Good Way to Talk About Celebrities and Eating Disorders

Online speculation over the weight loss of celebrities like Ariana Grande--even out of genuine concern--can make things worse for people struggling with eating disorders. Viral discourse about celebrity women becoming frighteningly thin has become inescapable on social media . There are images showing the most shocking evidence of weight loss, "before and after" compilations, and widespread speculation about covert GLP-1 usage . A lot of the conversation is being held under the guise of concern, but experts tell WIRED many of these posts--even if well-intentioned--misinform the public about eating disorders and can even serve as unhealthy inspiration or trigger those in recovery. The discourse has reached a fever pitch after Ariana Grande released a music video for her new single and album "Petal," which features her auditioning endlessly for a table of misogynistic male studio executives who urge her to "lose a few [pounds]" and "get some work done."