Could a natural hormone ease autism irritability?
NCT ID NCT02627508
First seen Jan 17, 2026 · Last updated Jun 10, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This study tested whether pregnenolone, a natural hormone in the brain, can help reduce irritability and improve social communication in people with autism. Forty participants aged 14 to 25 took the hormone or a placebo for several weeks. Researchers measured changes in behavior and sensory sensitivity to see if the treatment was safe and effective.
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Stanford University School of Medicine
Stanford, California, 94305, United States
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