Impact of Biopsychosocial Psychotherapy Intervention on Maternal Life-Course Trauma and the Gut Microbiome
University of Nebraska
Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if group therapy for six weeks changes the gut microbiome in women. The main questions it aims to answer are: Is chronic stress associated with the gut microbiome? Will six weeks of therapy change the gut microbiota? Participants will: Answer questionnaires about chronic stress Mail a stool sample before and after the intervention. Participate in a 1-hour group therapy session over the course of six weeks.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 19–54 years
- Sex
- Female
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: * Women over the age of 19 and less than 54. Able to understand/read English Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant women and breast-feeding women Women who are actively participating in psychotherapy on a regular basis
Interventions
- BehavioralPsychotherapy
6-week psychotherapy group intervention
Location
- University of Nebraska Medical CenterOmaha, Nebraska