The effects of oxytocin nasal spray on mechanisms of social-communication in young people with autism [ 2009 - 2011 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Adam Guastella (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Kylie Gray ,  E/Pr Bruce Tonge ,  Prof Nicole Rinehart ,  Prof Stewart Einfeld
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Brief description Autism is charcterised by deficits in social behaviour and communication, and is a cause of major lifelong disability. A novel intervention, Oxytocin, enhances social communication in non-clinical populations. This project will determine whether OT improves social communication deficits characteristic of autism. This project is a critical first step towards treating a core deficit of autism.

Funding Amount $AUD 191,400.30

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant