Have you considered how diabetes medication might affect your mental health and body image? While managing diabetes, it's essential to recognize the potential psychiatric implications of these medications.

In this episode of the Doorknob Comments podcast, Fara and Grant discuss the psychiatric effects of a new class of diabetes medications. They examine research on these drugs, their role in mental health treatment, and the influence of social media and celebrity endorsements. Additionally, they address the medications' impact on weight loss, mental health, body image, and the challenges related to misuse and strict regulations.

Key Takeaways

• Diabetes medications have shown potential psychiatric benefits, suggesting new treatment possibilities for mental health disorders.
• Social media and celebrity endorsements can both positively and negatively influence the public's perception and use of these medications.
• The use of diabetes medications for weight loss raises concerns about mental health and body image, highlighting the need for a balanced approach to weight management.
• Prescribing controlled substances presents a challenge for healthcare providers, who must navigate between preventing abuse and ensuring patient access to necessary treatments.
• The interconnection of medication, mental health, and societal factors is complex and requires ongoing research and responsible communication.

Notable Quotes

• [02:40] "My review of the psychiatric literature is that it's equivocal; there's no strong evidence that these medications will be helpful with anxiety and depression." - Grant
• [10:20] "I think it's really important whenever we start any medicine to think about what role we want this to have in our lives. Being tethered to a medicine when we don't know what it's going to look like 20 or 30 years from now is not something that I would recommend." - Fara
• [25:05] “A lot of medications that turned out to be good for people were designed for one thing. And then we noticed that they helped with another thing.” - Grant
• [31:05] "We will never know what the effects are of not attending to a baby's needs, but I see people every day who are struggling because they didn't have their needs met." - Fara

Doorknob Comments

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Dr. Fara White

• https://www.farawhitemd.com/

Dr. Grant Brenner

• https://www.granthbrennermd.com/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-h-brenner-md-dfapa/

Disclaimer

Please note that we offer insights for educational purposes, not as medical advice. For diabetes or related concerns, consult healthcare professionals for personalized guidance. This podcast is no substitute for professional medical expertise. Enjoy responsibly.