Are opioid antagonists effective in attenuating the core symptoms of autism spectrum conditions in children: a systematic review

ConclusionsNaltrexone may improve hyperactivity and restlessness in children with autism but there was not sufficient evidence that it had an impact on core features of autism in majority of the participants. It is likely that a subgroup of children with autism and abnormal endorphin levels may respond to naltrexone and identifying the characteristics of these children must become a priority.
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - Category: Disability Authors: Tags: Mental health Source Type: research