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

[u/kelcamer]

Deficiency and disability aren't the same thing, though.

Yes, autism is a disability.

No, it doesn't make us deficient humans.

[u/d1rron → u/kelcamer]

"Deficient" has more than one definition. Are you sure you're interpreting the correct one in this context?