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GLP-1 Weight-Loss Meds Won't Raise Teens' Suicide Risk, May Even Lower It


GLP-1 Weight-Loss Meds Won't Raise Teens' Suicide Risk, May Even Lower It

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Concerns that the new GLP-1 weight-loss meds might raise suicide risks in adolescents may be eased by the results of new research

The study of more than 54,000 kids found no rise in risk, and a 33% decline in risk for suicidal thoughts in obese teens taking the meds

The reasons behind GLP-1's psychiatric benefit for adolescents remains unclear

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