Oxytocin for social skills in schizophrenia
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if adding oxytocin (a hormone that helps with social bonding) to regular therapy can improve social skills in people with schizophrenia or related disorders. You must have some negative symptoms (like lack of motivation or social withdrawal) and be in treatment at least twice a week.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 64 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with schizophrenia or a similar disorder.
- You have at least one negative symptom (like lack of interest in people or difficulty speaking) that is moderate or worse.
- You are receiving regular psychosocial treatment (therapy or support) at least twice a week.
- If you are a woman who can become pregnant, you must use a highly effective birth control method.
- You cannot have a severe substance use disorder (other than nicotine) or be in coercive treatment.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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