MDMA as a Probe and Treatment for Social Behaviors
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- DOI: 10.1016/j.cell.2016.06.045
MDMA as a Probe and Treatment for Social Behaviors
Abstract
MDMA, better known as the recreational drug "ecstasy," is well known for stimulating a feeling of closeness and empathy in its users. We advocate that exploring its mechanism of action could lead to new treatments for psychiatric conditions characterized by impairments in social behavior.
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