Losing injection: Danger for the psyche or rescue for overweight people?

Losing injection: Danger for the psyche or rescue for overweight people?

Kusnacht, Schweiz - The new weight injection is celebrated as a medical breakthrough, but it raises numerous concerns. As [VOL.AT] (https://www.vol.at/sie-soll-beim- abhnfe-doch-psychiater-ernste-fahren/9522734) reports, the use of these syringe in our fast-moving society could lead to a new slimming madness. Psychiatrist Reinhard Haller warns of the psychological risks that such treatment can bring if the social pressure for self -optimization is overhand.

The weight 2 that was originally approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes has also received the okay for high overweight in the EU since 2022. This syringe, known scientifically as GLP-1 receptor agonists, simulates a feeling of satiety by replacing hormones in the intestine and sending a signal to the brain that stops the appetite. While many affected people noticeably remove what has positive effects on the cardiovascular system and the metabolism, the long-term use of these medication is controversial. As stated by [stern.de] (https://www.stern.de/gesundheit/averkleck-ruecken-sie-sie-da- das-sagen- new studies 35043078.html), these drugs must be taken in the long term in order to maintain weight loss, and possible side effects are not yet fully cleared.

psychological consequences and social pressure

Haller continues to emphasize that not every kilo of being overweight is a problem and that enjoyment should not be considered an enemy. Despite this reasoning, society stigmatizes overweight people, which means that many people do not openly talk about their experiences with the weight loss injection. Studies show that up to 30% of patients suffer from severe depressed moods after stomach band operations, which indicates the psychological effects of weight loss.

The difficult relationship between overweight and mentally well -being is examined by considering eating disorders. A serious eating disorder like bulimia nervosa is characterized by eating attacks, followed by compensatory behavior and strong guilt and shame. The challenges in emotion regulation and the distorted view of your own body image can be reinforced by social pressure, which reveals complex interactions that should be observed in the treatment and prevention of these disorders, such as [kusnachtpractice.ch] (https://kusnachtpractice.ch/de/articles/understanding-triggers-of- --disorders-from-societal-pressure-to-genetic-predisposition/) describes.

Haller finally warns of potential dependence on the weight loss injection, especially in people with existing eating disorders. He demands a clear separation of the assumption of costs by health insurance companies to ensure that this treatment method is only used for people with pathological obesity and not as a way to satisfy social beauty ideals. Responsible handling and medical advice are essential to avoid negative consequences and to accept the diversity of body.