Specific neurons that secrete oxytocin in the brain are disrupted in a mouse model of autism, neuroscientists have found. Stimulating these neurons restored social behaviors in these mice. These findings could help to develop new ways to treat autism.

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https://www.riken.jp/en/news_pubs/research_news/rr/20250207_1/index.html

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How do they know the mice are autistic?

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They REALLY like trains.