Antipsychotic side effects in kids: new study probes hormone disruption

NCT ID NCT05033119

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 90 children and teens (ages 7-18) taking antipsychotic medication to see how it affects their hormones, growth, and metabolism. Researchers measured prolactin levels and checked for links to sex hormones, metabolic health, and puberty development. The goal was to find safe prolactin levels and understand long-term effects on growth.

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  • Aarhus University Hospital

    Aarhus, 8200, Denmark

  • Child and Adolescent Mental Health Center Capital Region, Denmark

    Copenhagen, Denmark

  • Research Unit for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Aalborg University Hospital, Denmark

    Aalborg, 9000, Denmark

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