Brain chemical targeted to ease autism social struggles
Symptom relief
Completed
This study tested whether gabapentin, a medication that boosts a calming brain chemical called GABA, could improve social thinking in teens with autism. Sixteen adolescents aged 13-17 took gabapentin for 8 weeks while researchers measured brain GABA levels and social abilities. T…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: David Cochran • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC