RFK Jr. Studies SSRIs, Weight Loss

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RFK Jr. says he's studying the 'threat' of SSRIs and weight loss drugs, but is there one?

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he's studying the 'threat' of SSRIs and weight loss drugs, but is there one? Experts say the drugs are safe and effective and are usually coupled with other forms of treatment.

Kennedy has been critical of these medications in the past, falsely linking them to school shootings.

Psychiatrists and obesity experts tell ABC News that Kennedy and the Trump administration may be missing some context.

Kennedy and others have been criticized for allegedly spreading misinformation about antidepressants.

Kennedy falsely suggested that antidepressants were harder to quit than heroin.

Shah and Saseen said there is no evidence to suggest that patients with mental health disorders are more likely to be violent.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that medications be a part of the conversation for overweight children and young teens.

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