JAMA psychiatry

Use of GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Medications in People With and Without Serious Mental Illness

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Abstract

This cross-sectional study examines glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) prescriptions among adults with and without severe mental illness from 2018 to 2024.

  • GLP-1 prescriptions are analyzed using national insurance claims data.
  • The study focuses on adults diagnosed with severe mental illness compared to those without such diagnoses.
  • Trends in prescription rates may differ between the two groups over the specified timeframe.
  • The findings could provide insights into healthcare access and treatment patterns for individuals with severe mental illness.

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