Global research landscape in pharmacotherapy for autism spectrum disorder core symptoms: a bibliometric study - PubMed
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- #bibliometric analysis
- #ASD pharmacotherapy
- #research trends
- Pharmacotherapy research for ASD core symptoms has increased significantly.
- International collaborations, especially involving USA and Australia, drive the research.
- Four key research clusters focus on repetitive behaviors, social behavior/neuropeptides, novel mechanisms, and adjunctive treatments.
- Citation networks emphasize neurotransmitter systems like serotonin and dopamine.
- Current drugs have partial efficacy, while novel targets and combination strategies are emerging.
- The study calls for more targeted, effective, and safe treatments.