#DrsNote- GLP-1 medications and mental health

#DrsNote- GLP-1 medications and mental health

Author: Radio 2000 September 2, 2026 Duration: 9:32

Dr Mahlatse Thosago, a member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists unpacks the growing use of GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro for weight management.

While these medications can have significant benefits when appropriately prescribed, psychiatrists are warning that we also need to consider what happens to a person’s mental health as their weight, relationship with food, self-image and even relationships change.


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