GLP-1 medications show promise in treating and preventing substance use disorders

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GLP-1 medications show promise in treating and preventing all substance use disorders. A study found GLP-1 drugs are linked to reduced risks of developing substance use disorders and severe harm, including overdose and death, in veterans with type 2 diabetes. These findings suggest GLP-1s may target a common biological pathway underlying addiction, potentially offering a new approach to treatment.


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