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Is Ozempic also an antidepressant? (SPBC)
🕑 Added 2025-01-27 23:11:51 +0000 UTCWe hope you'll join us on Monday (Feb 3, noon-1 EST) to talk about some of the weird and surprising effects of drugs like Ozempic. We'll send out a link to the google meeting in a few days.
What's the paper?
It's a review paper that found some evidence that these types of drugs (GLP-1 receptor agonists, most famous as weight loss drugs) seem to help with depression. But, as always, it's complicated. We've attached the paper to this post.
Do I have to read it?
Nope! Feel free to come having read all or none of the paper. We'll be giving some background info and then we'll decipher the text together. No experience required - but bring your questions/thoughts.
Who can access this perk?
We're inviting Howtown Heroes, Counselors, and Mayors to join us live in conversation. The recordings will be available to Citizens the following day. Anyone else can continue the discussion in our Discord server.
Can I suggest the next paper?
Yes! Please join our Discord or send us a message on Patreon if you'd like to suggest a paper. They should be "Open Access" or "Creative Commons" papers where the full text is freely available online.
Comments
L.A. O'Connor
HI BobC...I definitely hope your main use hypothesis is accurate. My first thought was that it was done solely to enable the manufacturer to have a 'second line' product.
L.A. O'Connor
Hi Connor...gotta say, I appreciate your enthusiasm! I am also looking forward to Monday's science reading club (clearly, I've forgotten the actual name and am currently too lazy to scroll). Regardless, this topic falls into the realm of my day-to-day work and I am looking forward to hearing others' thoughts. I hope to see you there!
