RE 592: GLP-1's and Addiction
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This episode discusses the potential of GLP-1 medications in reducing alcohol cravings and their implications for addiction treatment.
Today we have Lauren. She is 39 years old from Chicago, IL and took her last drink on November 22 nd , 2019. This episode is brought to you by: Sign up and get 10% off: Better Help Bozeman 2026 – August 12 th -16 th , 2026 Stay tuned here for some upcoming travel opportunities in 2027-2028 If you're wondering what you can expect in your first seven days alcohol free, check out our FREE 7-day guide . [02:58] Thoughts from Paul: This week, Paul talks about GLP-1s and the growing evidence that these medications can help with cravings for opioids, cigarettes and alcohol in addition to their effectiveness' in assisting with weight loss and diabetes. The research is in the initial phases, but there have been studies showing that GLP-1s can lower alcohol cravings. Researchers found that GLP-1 plus therapy can reduce heavy drinking. And a clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry found that GLP-1s significantly reduced weekly alcohol cravings compared to placebo. This may not be the magical cure for alcoholism that we've been looking for, but it could give the jump start we may need. Since the drinking problem is more like the canary in the mine saying something in your life is out of…
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