Guiding Mental Health Through GLP-1 Weight Regain
As GLP-1 weight-loss meds become more common, many patients experience weight regain after stopping due to cost or access, which can affect mood and engagement in care. Clinicians should start long-term nutrition, activity, and behavioral plans early, screen for depressive symptoms in primary care, use patient-centered language, normalize emotional responses to weight changes, and consider behavioral health referrals. Emphasize health metrics beyond the scale, employ shared decision-making, and set small, actionable steps with timely follow-up. If feasible, discuss restarting medication or implementing a time-limited behavioral plan to rebuild momentum while addressing barriers.
