When tested head-to-head, outcomes may vary based on individual health conditions, gender, and other demographic factors
Finan, B., Yang, B., Ottaway, N
Dosing is guesswork
Behavioral and Mental Health Benefits GLP-1 medications may offer surprising benefits for mental health: Reduced risk of substance use disorders Decreased suicidal thoughts and self-harm behaviors Lower risk of bulimia and eating disorders Reduced risk of psychotic disorders like schizophrenia Researchers believe these benefits occur because GLP-1 receptors are found in brain areas involved in reward, addiction, and impulse control the same areas that regulate appetite
Yes, I definitely had these patients on more than just this medication (we used a combination of thyroid hormones, dietary changes, fasting, and so on), but theres no denying that these medications made everything a lot easier
[12] [13] Both are available through specialist NHS weight management services for patients who meet the defined eligibility criteria