Promising drug treatment for improving language, social function in people with autism

Thursday, September 29, 2011 - 15:32 in Psychology & Sociology

Researchers are examining the use of propranolol (a drug used to treat high blood pressure and control heart rate as well as to reduce test anxiety) to improve the primary traits associated with autism -- difficulty with normal social skills, language and repetitive behaviors. Researchers say the drug is a promising new avenue for improving language and social function.

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