Weight loss drugs show surprising mental health boost

NCT ID NCT07368855

Summary

This study looked at whether GLP-1 medicines like semaglutide and tirzepatide, used for weight loss, also improve mental health and quality of life. It followed 90 veterans with obesity for six months while they received this treatment. The key finding was that participants reported significant improvements in depression symptoms, eating disorder behaviors, pain, and sleep quality.

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Locations

  • VA San Diego Healthcare System

    San Diego, California, 92161, United States

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