Do new weight loss drugs pose mental health risks? Our experts weigh in.

As more people take new weight-loss drugs, such as semaglutide, there are a growing number of reports of potential side effects, including severe mental health issues — leading drug regulators in Europe to investigate the safety of these drugs.

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Are new weight-loss drugs leading to mental health issues?

Semaglutide mimics a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) to targets areas of the brain that regulate appetite and food intake. The drug is available in two forms: Ozempic, a diabetes treatment, and Wegovy, a higher dose of the drug for weight loss.

As more people take semaglutide, there...