Gut bacteria and mood: a citizen science study
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how the bacteria in your gut might affect your mood and mental health. You'll provide samples and answer questions, and you may get a discounted testing kit to learn about your own gut health.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 44 years old.
- You live in the United States.
- You have been diagnosed with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or panic disorder.
- If you take psychiatric medication, your dose has been the same for at least 3 months.
- You can read and write in English and have a smartphone or computer.
- You agree to pay a discounted price for the testing kit (shipping is covered).
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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