One GLP-1 drug cuts risk of worsening depression by 44% in major study

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By Emma Wilkinson

Use of GLP1 medications to treat diabetes and obesity might prevent worsening of depression and anxiety, a large study has reported.

It is not the first time a link between the weight loss medications and mood disorders has been noted but the researchers said they were surprised by the magnitude of the effect they found.