As a starting point, I want to explain what GLP-1 are, the intended use and some of the side effects. both positive and negative a person could experience.
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Resources Mentioned:
Think Global has an article on the Mental Health Effects of Ozempic and GLP-1 drugs.
From the From the American Psychological Association is a post about weight loss drugs and mental health.
NPR did a news story about the growth of these types of drugs and possible mental health side effects.
PubMed has an editorial on The Potential Role of GLP-1 Agonists in Psychiatric Disorders: A Paradigm Shift in Mental Health Treatment
Novo Nordis is the manufacture of Ozempic. This is a link to there website about the product and you would have access to patient information sheets for consumers, doctors and pharmacists on the
Emergency Resources
The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community.Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options.
National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.
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