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Privacy & Ethics
Thank you for visiting the Harris Center web site and reviewing our Privacy & Ethics policy.
Privacy
Your privacy is of utmost concern to us; we will collect no personal information about you when you visit our web site unless you choose to provide that information to us.
So that you can feel comfortable using this web site, please know the following:
- You do not have to give us personal information to visit our site. Should you choose to give us this information, it will be used to help us understand the needs of people using the site and allow us to contact you with further information on the Center, its programs, and its services, should you opt to receive it.
- We collect personally identifiable information (name, email, address, or other unique identifiers) only if specifically and knowingly provided by you.
- Personally identifying information you provide will be used only in connection with the Harris Center.
- We do not give, sell, or transfer any personal information to a third party.
- We do not enable "cookies." (A "cookie" is a file placed on your hard drive by a web site that allows it to monitor your use of the site, usually without your knowledge.)
You can contact us by postal mail, telephone. While we strive to ensure a secure environment, you should be aware that email is not necessarily secure against interception. If your communication is very sensitive, you might want to send it by postal mail instead.
If you have questions about your privacy when using this site, please query us at 617-726-8470.
Ethics
The Harris Center adheres to high ethical standards. Research conducted by our staff and fellows meets the strict criteria of the Institutional Review Boards at their individual research settings and conforms to the highest ethical standards in the field.
Please note: Individuals using this site should bear in mind that the information it provides is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of your physician or other medical professionals. If you or someone you know has symptoms of eating disorders described in this web site, please consult your physician.
Please note also that our listing of support organizations and treatment facilities does not constitute an endorsement of these organizations or institutions.
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