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Research Notes on Antidepressant No Help for Autistic Children
Celexa (citalopram), a common antidepressant prescribed for children with autism, is now shown to be less effective than previously thought. A government-funded study found that children who received this antidepressant had the same amount of autistic behaviors as the children who were on a placebo. Over 140 children were involved in this study.1
Fast Facts:
- It is estimated that 1.5 million Americans have autism.2
- Celexa is indicated to treat depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder.3
- This study is published in the Archives of General Psychiatry.
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Research Notes References
- ↑ U.S. News & World Report: Trial Shows Autism Treatment Ineffective (June 2, 2009)
- ↑ Los Angeles Times: Study Finds Antidepressant Doesn't Help Autistic Children (June 2, 2009)
- ↑ WebMD: Celexa Oral
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- Last update: Oct. 14, 2009
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- Redirects: Celexa No Help for Autism, Autism Not Helped by Celexa, Citalopram No Help for Autism
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