A study has found that weight loss injections may have a positive effect on anxiety and depression. The injections, sometimes referred to as "weight loss jabs" or "slimming jabs", may alleviate symptoms of these mental health conditions, although the risk of certain side effects, such as pancreatitis, is also being considered. The potential mental health benefits of these injections are being explored, with some research suggesting they could be used to treat patients with depression.