Possible Animal model for autism

[Yminale]

Good news

http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn20984-autistic-mice-created—and-treated.html

 

[Gecko of Gorn]

The treated mice were less hyperactive, but still avoided interaction with others. "[The drug] didn't touch the social behaviours," says Geschwind. "It just normalised the repetitive behaviours."

It's a bit disappointing that they may have found a drug cure for the repetitive/aggressive behaviour because with early intervention and corrective non-discreet therapy, this is "easier" to cure rather than the social/interactive issues. (I write this from personal experience).

Still, a positive article nonetheless. Thanks for bringing it.

 

[Transk53]

Bloody hell that was mind blowing. I am on the AS but not Autistic. That article has answered one question I had upstairs. Thanx for posting that.