GLP-1 Drugs Show Promise in Reducing Alcohol Cravings and Use
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The article discusses emerging evidence that GLP-1 therapeutics, like tirzepatide and retatrutide, may reduce addictive behaviors beyond weight loss, potentially by influencing brain energy and reward systems, and questions traditional notions of addiction and character traits like grit.
Topics:health#addiction#behavioral-change#glp-1-therapeutics#health-and-medicine#mental-health#weight-loss
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