Mental Health, Medications, and Weight with Dr. Amy Motamed

The Dr. Francavilla Show

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Are you finding that your mental health medications are affecting your weight?

It's a common concern for many patients. Mental health issues have surged over the past decade, with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) reporting in 2024 that 57.8 million adults are affected by some form of mental illness. As a result, people have pursued various treatments, such as psychotherapy, behavioral therapy, medications, and other interventions.

Today, we're discussing the effects of mental health medications—meds like antidepressants and mood stabilizers—on patients' weight. Yep, we're talking about the dreaded weight gain that often comes with these meds, and it's a concern that definitely deserves some attention.

Joining us to shed light on this topic is Dr. Amy Motamed. She is an outpatient psychiatrist based in Bethesda, Maryland, and she's got a special interest in helping patients who struggle with excess weight, especially since a lot of psychiatric medications can contribute to this issue. We'll be touching on GLP 1 medications like Wegovy and Zepbound too.

Make sure to tune in to the full episode to understand how these medications can impact weight, mental health, and overall well-being.

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