An analysis of health records found that people using GLP-1 medications for weight loss or diabetes were less likely to develop new diagnoses of depression or anxiety. This correlation was observed among both diabetics and non-diabetic weight loss patients, especially with the drug tirzepatide. While promising, the study’s findings are not conclusive, and it’s unclear whether GLP-1 medications improve mental health. To date, the FDA investigation into reports of suicidal thoughts associated with these drugs has been inconclusive. Nevertheless, the study supports the well-established connection between mental health and physical health and suggests a potential dual purpose for GLP-1 medications beyond their primary uses.
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Study Suggests Mind-Body Benefits of GLP-1s
