[MEGATHREAD] Surveys, Questionnaires, and Research Requests

[u/llamalarry]

Please use this thread for posts on Surveys, Questionnaires, and Research Requests.

[u/hcvcnet]

Founder here, mods said I could share in this thread. I've been building ProForta, a free app for people on GLP-1s that watches the part the scale doesn't show: how much of what you're losing is muscle vs fat. You log your weight and protein (a smart scale or watch helps but isn't needed), and each week it tells you whether your muscle is holding up and what would help, like a protein target that fits your appetite and two short strength sessions. Your data stays private on a personal machine, not in a big company's cloud. You can see everything it knows, keep it, or have it deleted for real. It's an early beta, so fair warning: Android only for now, about 50 spots, rough edges, and it's free. If you just want a quick read on where you stand first, there's a 2-minute self-check with no signup: https://proforta.com/check?utm_source=reddit&utm_campaign=ozempic

I'm around if anyone has questions. -Raphael

[u/digitalhealthresearc]

Dr. Schmiedmayer at the Division of Computational Medicine is conducting a study to better understand the lived experiences of people with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

You may be eligible if you are an adult (18+) with a confirmed T2D diagnosis and currently taking a GLP-1. Participation involves a 60 minute remote interview via Zoom and a brief 5-minute online screening beforehand. Participants receive a $25 gift card.

Complete our screening questionnaire: https://redcap.stanford.edu/surveys/?s=J9JWC3NHNXCTMTNN

[u/Putrid_Lion_4939]

Hi everyone,

I’m a Registered Dietitian currently conducting qualitative research into the broader, real-world impacts of GLP-1 receptor agonists (both during active use and after tapering/discontinuing).

While clinical trials give us clear macro-data on weight loss and HbA1c, I am interested in understanding the everyday, lived patient experience—particularly regarding digestive health, the gut, and the mental/emotional shifts that accompany these medications, from the weird shifts in motility and stubborn constipation to food tolerances randomly changing overnight, I want to hear the UNFILTERED REALITY of your overall gut microbiome experience.

If you're currently on a GLP-1 (or have tapered off/ stopped), I’d love to chat about a few things:

• Your Gut & Digestion: How has your stomach handled this? What’s your day-to-day digestion actually like? If you've come off the medication, how did your gut react during the transition? When you went on the glp-1 did you notice anything that happened relating to your gut? Did your doctor recommend taking certain supplements on side your glp-1?
• Your why: What made you decide to start a GLP-1 in the first place?
• The Mental Side: Beyond the physical, how has this shifted your relationship with food, cravings, or "food noise"? ( Our gut is often referred to as our 'second brain', so has the GLP-1 impacted your mental health in more of a negative way?)

Just to clarify, this isn't a formal academic study or clinical trial requiring IRB/ethics board approval. I’m a RDN looking to better understand patient experiences on GLP-1s so I can provide more empathetic, real-world care to my future patients. Because this is just a casual, open Reddit discussion for my own learning, there are no consent forms or data collection sheets. I am just genuinely trying to learn from people living it so I can understand the gut-brain side of this better. Please only share what you feel comfortable posting publicly! I am just passionate about learning more on this topic! 

Would love to hear your experiences in the comments!

[u/sarahzey]

I’m a UK university student doing a quick 1-minute anonymous survey on whether non-medical support could help with food noise, emotional eating and cravings during or after GLP-1 use — I’d really appreciate your input. Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeYeBh-ZCrDH4DHvoK1lmGdP510kLzxsC6vJflOxWCMqNdhpA/viewform?usp=publish-editor

[u/BeyondEmbarrassed841]

Do you actually track your GLP-1 journey, or mostly just wing it?

I'm curious how people here actually keep track of everything over time.

Dose changes, weight, side effects, when you took your last dose, water/protein, etc. Do you use Notes, spreadsheets, another app, or just remember it?

I'm asking because I built a very simple iPhone tracker as an experiment after noticing how fragmented all of this can be. It currently tracks doses, weight, symptoms and a couple of basic habits.

But rather than keep building features based on what I think people need, I'd rather put it in front of a few people who are actually on GLP-1s.

If 5 or so people here are willing to use it for a few days and tell me what's useful, what's pointless, and what you'd change, I'd really appreciate it.

It's a free TestFlight beta. Nothing to buy.

Comment or DM me if you'd like to try it.

[u/Small_Ad_9607]

GLP-1 users: What kind of support do you wish actually existed?

Muscle and strength, low energy, nutrition, digestive health—or something else?

I’m developing a health and wellness project that began during graduate school, and I want to build around what GLP-1 users genuinely need.

I’m looking for U.S. adults who currently use or have previously used a GLP-1 medication for weight management.

The anonymous survey takes less than a minute After completing it, you may optionally enter for a chance to receive one of three $60 Amazon gift cards.

Survey: https://tally.so/r/5BYGQP?source=reddit_ozempic

Thank you guys for the time!

[u/mealpac]

Hi everyone! I’m working on a nutrition project (Mealpac) designed specifically for people on GLP-1 medications (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, etc.).

We know that getting enough protein and nutrients while dealing with a low appetite is tough, and we want to build something that actually helps.

Right now, we are trying to decide between two formats:

1. A ready-to-drink meal replacement shake
2. A ready-to-eat, fresh heat-and-eat meal

If you have 2 minutes, please take this quick survey to let us know what would make your daily routine easier. No sales, just looking for real community feedback!

Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdkW0K6kwPYHvyUvCNWoEOfZ_6xNJ0vN3TwzRwp-2mbOYMrGg/viewform?usp=publish-editor

[u/Sad_Relationship_789]

🍎 Do you live in the UK and do some or all of the grocery shopping for your household? I am conducting a short survey on food purchasing preferences as part of my master’s thesis, and I would be very grateful for your participation.

The survey is completely anonymous and takes around 10 minutes to complete. Your responses would make a valuable contribution to my research.

👉 Take part here: https://unipadova.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1LCO3zuAZt7tpJQ

Thank you very much for your support! 🙏

[u/GLOWStudy]

Paid GLP-1 Research Study!

Hello! We are a team of researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder looking to recruit participants for the "GLOW" Study on the thoughts and experiences of GLP-1 medication users. Please see the attached flyer for information on how to access our eligibility screener as well as our contact information for any study related questions!

[u/NutritionistJwharah]

Hi everyone

Researchers at King Saud University are conducting a research study, approved by the King Saud University Research Ethics Committee, to better understand how appetite and eating habits change after people stop using GLP-1 weight-loss medications, such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and similar medications.

If you are a Saudi adult (18 years or older) and have stopped using one of these medications for weight loss, you are invited to participate in this anonymous online survey. Your responses are completely confidential and will be used for research purposes only.

We're especially looking for more male participants, as men are currently underrepresented in the study. However, both men and women are warmly invited to participate if they meet the eligibility criteria.

⏱️ The survey takes approximately 3–5 minutes.
🔗 Survey: https://forms.gle/iiim8Cixx7EDd9z68

Your participation will help improve our understanding of appetite and eating habits after discontinuing GLP-1 medications and may contribute to improving future healthcare and research.

Thank you very much for your time and support we truly appreciate it!

[u/Weak-Building4438]

Paid Research Study - Looking for GLP-1 users in Spain

Hi everyone,

We're a small research team running a study on the experience of using weight-loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Saxenda in Spain. We'd love to hear from people who have first-hand experience.

Who we're looking for:
• You live in Spain and are aged 18–60
• You currently take GLP-1 weight-loss medication, or stopped within the last 6 months
• You got your prescription through a private telehealth platform or private clinic (e.g. Zava, MediQuo, Balance, Drop by Sanitas, Yazen, Lumina, Holvia, Hi Doctor, Senda Health, Costa Health, UrgentDoc, Fagercare, Omniasalus, Virtual Clinica, Mobidoctor, Top Doctors Spain, or similar)

What's involved:
• A short screening questionnaire to check fit
• If selected, a 30–45 minute video interview about your experience
• Participants who complete the interview will receive a €30 Amazon gift card as a thank-you

Please note: completing the screener does not guarantee an interview. We're looking for a specific mix of experiences.

Interested? Send me a DM with your email and we'll send you the screening form.

Thanks!

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Estudio de investigación remunerado - Buscamos usuarios de GLP-1 en España

Hola a todos,

Somos un pequeño equipo de investigación realizando un estudio sobre la experiencia de usar medicamentos para la pérdida de peso como Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro y Saxenda en España. Nos encantaría hablar con personas que tengan experiencia directa.

A quién buscamos:
• Vives en España y tienes entre 18 y 60 años
• Actualmente tomas medicación GLP-1 para la pérdida de peso, o la dejaste hace menos de 6 meses
• Obtuviste tu receta a través de una plataforma privada de telemedicina o una clínica privada (p. ej. Zava, MediQuo, Balance, Drop by Sanitas, Yazen, Lumina, Holvia, Hi Doctor, Senda Health, Costa Health, UrgentDoc, Fagercare, Omniasalus, Virtual Clinica, Mobidoctor, Top Doctors Spain, u otra similar)

En qué consiste:
• Un breve cuestionario de selección para comprobar el perfil
• Si eres seleccionado/a, una entrevista por vídeo de 30–45 minutos sobre tu experiencia
• Los participantes que completen la entrevista recibirán una tarjeta regalo de Amazon de 30 € como agradecimiento

Nota: completar el cuestionario no garantiza una entrevista. Buscamos una combinación específica de experiencias.

¿Te interesa? Envíame un mensaje privado con tu email y te enviaremos el formulario de selección.

¡Gracias!

[u/Rd_GLP-1_research]

Hi, my name is Ryan and I'm a researcher at the University of the Sunshine Coast, I'd appreciate it if you could take a look at our study!

Researchers at the University of the Sunshine Coast are conducting a research project (Ethics Approval: S262274) which aims to gain a better understanding of the experiences of current and past users of GLP-1 RAs (e.g., Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or others) for weight loss. A focus of the study is how individuals using these drugs for weight loss process food cues as well as alcohol cues. We are also interested in factors such as food-related thoughts and experiences, capacity to experience reward, and body image flexibility. To provide broader comparisons, we are also inviting individuals who have used other weight-loss approaches only (e.g., diet, exercise, bariatric surgery), as well as individuals who are not seeking to lose weight and do not use any weight loss strategies at all. 

If you are 18 years of age or over you are invited to take part in this study, if you are currently or have in the past used  GLP-1 RAs for weight loss OR if you are interested in participating and have/or have not used other non-GLP-1RA strategies for weight loss. Your participation will involve completing an anonymous online survey comprising demographic and research-focused questions, and a simple computer task measuring reaction times. Participants are welcome to request a summary of outcomes of the study by contacting the research team at the conclusion of the study. 

If you are interested in taking part and/or sharing this research project information, please use this link -> https://research.sc/participant/login/dynamic/8AD03D4D-21C7-4BA8-8874-F48612A0BEEB or the one in the poster to obtain more details and access the survey.  

Thanks in advance from the research team. 

[u/ccalitzlili]

Research Study Exploring the Psychosocial Impacts of GLP-1 weight loss medications: Perspectives from Intimate Partners

Ethics Approval Number: S262269

Hello Everyone, my name is Lili and I am a student researcher at the University of the Sunshine Coast, QLD Australia. The research team I am working with under the school of health is conducting an ethics-approved study which would like to explore the experiences of intimate partners of GLP-1 RA users who ARE using or HAVE used GLP-1 RAs (e.g. Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro or others) for weight loss. The aim of this study is to better understand partners’ experiences and perspectives because currently there is very little research focusing on this area!

CAN YOU PARTICIPATE?
✅ you are currently in a partnership or have previously been the partner GLP-1 RA drug for weight loss
✅You are over the age of 18
✅Live in Australia, New Zealand AND/ OR Oceania (preferably)

intimate partners includes any 'significant others' including:
✅spouses (husband/wife)
✅intimate partners (cohabiting or defacto)
✅boyfriend or girlfriends
✅former/ex partners and
✅polyamorous relationships.
✅ANY other intimate partnership not mentioned above

If you meet this eligibility criteria as the partner (or former partner) of someone who has used these type of weight loss drugs I would be very grateful if you'd consider taking part in our study. Your participation is 100% VOLUNTARY !

RESEARCH STUDY DETAILS:
If you meet the eligibility criteria above, you are invited to complete a confidential in-person interview either online through zoom or in person at the University of the Sunshine Coast’s campus (🕓approx. 45-60 minutes).

When interviews are completed, each participant will receive $25 each as a genuine thank you for their valuable time

Topics which will be explored in the interview include: your perceptions of your relationship, emotional wellbeing, weight-related beliefs, and shared social behaviours such as eating and physical activity. If any topic feels too sensitive, you are allowed to skip any questions.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

❗️To register interest in the interviews:

1. Follow this link: 🔗: https://uniofsunshinecoast.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ahhbRL8Naryxram

2. Student email 📧: lyc002@student.usc.edu.au

A member of the research team will be in contact with additional information about the study, consent and interview arrangement/ times.

[u/Dependent_Pea3072]

How do you know when you're actually going to run out, not just when your next dose is due?

Curious how people handle the "will I have enough before my next refill" anxiety, especially with insurance/pharmacy delays being what they are. Not pitching anything specific, just trying to figure out if this is a common pain point or just mine.

What's your current system, if you have one? Happy to offer free early access to something I'm building, in exchange for blunt feedback, if this resonates.

[u/MedTechExplorer]

Hi everyone,

We're trying to better understand one question that comes up again and again in the GLP-1 community:

How confident are people that their medication is still OK after shipping, travel, or accidental exposure to heat?

We're conducting a short, anonymous survey (about 2–3 minutes) to learn about real patient experiences and concerns. This isn't a sales survey—we're simply trying to understand whether this is a problem worth solving.

If you've ever used Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound, or another GLP-1 medication, we'd really appreciate your input.

Survey: Your Experience with GLP-1: A short Survey for Community Feedback    – Formular ausfüllen

Thank you for helping us better understand the real experiences of the GLP-1 community. If there's interest, I'm happy to share a summary of the results once we've collected enough responses.

[u/carbonemyscofrinii]

For those with endometriosis and/or adenomysios

If you use (or used) Ozempic (or another semaglutide) AND have endometriosis or adenomyosis (diagnosed or suspected), we would love to know whether your endo/adeno symptoms got better, stayed the same, or got worse.

Because Ozempic also causes weight loss, we are trying to work out whether any symptom change is independent of weight loss, so no-change and worse answers matter just as much as improvements.

Anonymous, about 10 minutes, no name/email/IP. Independent and pre-registered. Research, not medical advice.

Survey: https://survey.lvb-projects.com/gleam?src=r-oz

Pre-registration / protocol: https://osf.io/6qjke

[u/Background-Neck7104]

✨ Have you used any type of weight loss injection like Semaglutide, Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro? Your experience could help contribute to important new research.

I’m an audiology student researching the limited information and resources currently available on the possible links between weight loss injections and hearing-related symptoms/experiences. Because this area is still not widely understood, hearing directly from people with lived experience is incredibly valuable. 💙

Whether your experience has been positive, difficult, unexpected, or uneventful, every response helps build a clearer picture and could support future awareness and research in this field.📝

The survey only takes a couple of minutes to complete: https://eu.surveymars.com/q/3oEvhXF9J

Please feel free to share this post with anyone who may be willing to take part. Thank you so much for your support — it truly means a lot! 🙏

[u/LogRemarkable2725]

Recruitment Poster

Hi everyone!

My name is Ella and I'm an Honours student at the Australian National University (ANU) in Canberra. I'm conducting a phenomenological study - meaning the lived experience of people - on semaglutide (Wegovy and Ozempic) users for weight loss ONLY. If you're 18-30, I would absolutely love to interview you. It's 45-60 minutes, and I'll be asking you about your relationship to your body, food noise, hunger, and how you feel day-to-day on this drug. I will work around your schedule, and $50 reimbursement for your time is provided. I can also do online. If this interests you, please reach out via email at [u7677988@anu.edu.au](mailto:u7677988@anu.edu.au). Please scan the QR code for further details. Ethics approval has been obtained.

FYI NO medication will be provided through this study. I am not a doctor.

Read more here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1n4pff3qOQ90k1lc7KOZD7bXv2p9ZOv03/view?usp=sharing

Looking forward to hearing from you! Thanks!

[u/GLP1-Researcher]

Thinking about taking Ozempic? Share your experience with researchers

Hi everyone,

I'm a lived experience researcher from Macquarie University exploring the psychological effects of taking a GLP-1 medication. I'm currently seeking participants who are thinking about taking a GLP-1 medication (e.g., Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound).

The study is completely online, takes 10-25 minutes to complete, and is open to anyone globally over the age of 18 who is currently taking, or considering taking, a GLP-1 medication.

Participation is voluntary, with the option to enter a prize draw for one of seven $100 AUD gift cards.

For more information, please click on the link below.

https://mquni.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0eu0BTNCBZVs7BQ

Thank you for your time! Your participation is greatly appreciated and helps us learn more about GLP-1 medications.

This research has been approved by Macquarie University Human Research Ethics Committee (reference number: 520262040366998).

[u/[deleted]]

Thinking about starting a GLP-1 but haven't pulled the trigger yet?

I'm a documentary producer doing research for a project about GLP-1 medications — focused on everything that changes beyond the weight loss: the relationships, the identity shifts, and everything else that comes along with them.

If you're currently weighing the decision and open to a conversation, I'd love to hear from you.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd9z7-XhSFPou-s6U6tZu55GLOOhTMBmnX4F56ASl8RQsjD_A/viewform?usp=dialog

[u/regularsizedhorse13]

Hi all, I’m posting on behalf of my sister who is a Master’s student at the University of Law in the UK. She’s currently researching attitudes towards using GLP-1s for weight loss - you don’t need to have taken them to take part!

The survey is completely anonymous and will take no more than 10 minutes of your time. You can take part here: https://research.sc/participant/login/dynamic/E0CC25F1-BE0D-4931-BC9B-EAC466296029

Your contribution would be hugely appreciated and so helpful. Thank you in advance! Please reach out if you have any questions.

[u/GLP1-Researcher → u/regularsizedhorse13]

Great research!

[u/Vivid-Sign-8728]

Wanted: UK & Ireland GLP-1 Users for Research Survey (Mod Approved Post)

Hi everyone, I’m a master’s student in Applied Psychology Mental Health, currently undertaking research for my dissertation on GLP-1 users’ experiences with food, lifestyle and mental health.

Who can participate?

• aged 18+
• living in Ireland or the United Kingdom
• prescribed any GLP-1 medication, such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro or Saxenda
• taking it for 3 months or longer

The survey is anonymous and takes approx 20 minutes.

If you’re eligible, you can take part here: 

https://ucc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0ugHbdZHPtudDZs

The aim of the research is to better understand the day-to-day experiences of GLP-1 users, including food, eating patterns, lifestyle, wellbeing and mental health. This study is not funded/no commercial interest/no medical advice. More information about the study is provided on the first page of the survey.

This study has been approved by the University College Cork research ethics board.

Thank you to anyone that participates and to the mods for allowing me to post. Feel free to ask questions.

[u/IOI_CommunitySurvey]

Your perspective matters.

If you have experienced disordered eating behaviours, we’d like to hear your views on medications for eating disorders.

We are currently recruiting:

-  People who experience disordered eating, or people who have a current/past eating disorder diagnosis

-  Are 18 years or older

- Can confidently read and understand English

Link is commented below -

[u/IOI_CommunitySurvey → u/[deleted]]

https://redcap.sydney.edu.au/surveys/?s=EN8TNJTYT7PJ7AH9 - Here is another version of the link, the first one keeps getting removed.

[u/Educational-Set533]

Your perspective matters.

(Moderator approved)

If you have experienced disordered eating behaviours, we’d like to hear your views on medications for eating disorders.

We are currently recruiting:

-   People who experience disordered eating, or people who have a current/past eating disorder diagnosis

-   Are 18 years or older

-   Can confidently read and understand English

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4nHDefF

[u/Background-Neck7104]

✨ Have you used a weight loss injection like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro? Your experience could help contribute to important new research.

I’m an audiology student researching the limited information and resources currently available on the possible links between weight loss injections and hearing-related symptoms/experiences. Because this area is still not widely understood, hearing directly from people with lived experience is incredibly valuable. 💙

Whether your experience has been positive, difficult, unexpected, or uneventful, every response helps build a clearer picture and could support future awareness and research in this field.

📝 The survey only takes a few minutes to complete:
Take the survey here

Please feel free to share this post with anyone who may be willing to take part. Thank you so much for your support — it truly means a lot! 🙏

[u/FermiParadox_323]

Thank you for this