Can a common antidepressant rewire autism brains? tiny study hopes to find out
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This small study will give 5 teens with autism a single dose of escitalopram (Lexapro) or a placebo, then scan their brains to see how the drug affects networks linked to rigid thinking and repetitive behaviors. The goal is to understand whether this medication might help with in…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kathryn Unruh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC