Oxytocin and attachment development: Looking beyond the expected?
EU CTIS ID: 2024-518004-49-00
What this study is testing
We will use principles deduced from the Learning Theory of Attachment (LTA) to evaluate to what extent oxytocin has attenuating effects on trust learning. To this end, we will conduct a VR experiment because it allows us to study the dynamics underlying trust learning in a realistic setting. In addition, we will conduct a task that assesses cognitive flexibility, namely the Probabilistic Reversal Learning Task (PRLT), to test whether the possible attenuating effects of oxytocin are limited to the level of social learning or also extend to a more basic level of learning.
- Phase I and Phase II (Integrated)- Other
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Who can take part
You may be able to join if
- Voluntary written informed consent of the participant or their legally authorized representative has been obtained prior to any screening procedures
- Participants must have an age that is between 9 and 13 years old
You likely can't join if
- Participant has a history of an oxytocin allergy
- Any disorder, which in the Investigator’s opinion might jeopardise the participant’s safety or compliance with the protocol
- Any prior or concomitant treatment(s) that might jeopardise the participant’s safety or that would compromise the integrity of the Trial
- Participation in an interventional Trial with an investigational medicinal product (IMP) or device
- A kidney or cardial condition
- Participant is taking any medication at the time of testing
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
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How long does this study last?
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Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 0-17 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
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