Jeremy Veenstra-VanderWeele uses molecular and translational neuroscience research tools in the pursuit of new treatments for autism.
Jeremy Veenstra-VanderWeele
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Why serotonin medications may yet help children with autism
A class of medications used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder seems to ease compulsive behaviors in adults with autism. Why can't we tell if these medications work similarly in children with the condition?
Why serotonin medications may yet help children with autism
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Jeremy Veenstra-VanderWeele
28 January 2020 | 5 min read
How to evaluate new medications for autism
There are no available medications for treating autism’s core symptoms, but there are several candidates in clinical trials. Jeremy Veenstra-VanderWeele describes the factors researchers must take into account when developing drugs for the disorder.
How to evaluate new medications for autism
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Jeremy Veenstra-VanderWeele
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