Serotonin and Autism
A discussion reveals that traditional serotonergic drugs have not proven effective for social deficits in autism. New approaches, including a phase two trial targeting serotonin receptors, are being explored. The potential of MDMA in therapeutic settings is also highlighted, emphasizing the importance of rigorous studies in this area.In this clip
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