r/science • u/mvea Professor | Medicine • Feb 08 '25

Neuroscience 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.

https://www.riken.jp/en/news_pubs/research_news/rr/20250207_1/index.html
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u/BlueDotty Feb 08 '25

Treatment would be welcome for those struggling with having high support needs.

I am low support needs and wouldn't seek out a treatment / medication to alter my Atypical brain. I like how it functions

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u/snuggly-otter Feb 09 '25

Wow, what a non-scientific load of nonsense this is.

Some of us (I am diagnosed) have great careers, strong groups of friends, and those who want to often do have fulfilling relationships - marriage, kids, etc.

Autism is a spectrum disorder, and many people learn to adapt to their personal challenges with it to lead lives just as important as anyone elses, sometimes moreso, Id argue. Some people who dont "overcome" all the challenges also lead valuable lives, with fulfillment and connection to others in a plethora of ways.

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u/snuggly-otter Feb 09 '25

Respectfully, you should stop discussing topics you dont have personal experience or scientific understanding of.

Society as a whole relies on an integrated fabric of all kinds of people, and autistic people are part of that fabric. Autistic people have minds that can solve problems which benefit everyone. Temple Grandin is an excellent example - she revolutionized humane treatment of animals because of her unique way of visual thinking. She is also a thought leader on raising children with autism to be independent adults. You might watch some of her talks and learn something.