Brain chemical oxytocin tested for social skills in schizophrenia

NCT ID NCT03900754

First seen Jan 26, 2026 · Last updated May 21, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study looked at whether oxytocin, a natural brain chemical that helps with social bonding, could improve social functioning in veterans with schizophrenia. Researchers planned to use brain scans to see how oxytocin affects the brain and predict who might benefit. The study was stopped early, so results are limited.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • San Francisco VA Medical Center, San Francisco, CA

    San Francisco, California, 94121-1563, United States

  • VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, West Los Angeles, CA

    West Los Angeles, California, 90073, United States

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