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Xue Wang1, Cong Lin2, Xiaohui Wang2,3,4
1Department of Anesthesiology, Lequn Branch, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China.
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Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are complex neurodevelopmental conditions characterized by deficits in social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors. This viewpoint explores the potential mechanisms through which psychedelics such as lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), psilocybin, and 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) may positively influence pro-social behaviors, focusing on their implications for individuals with ASD.
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