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Impact of Biopsychosocial Psychotherapy Intervention on Maternal Life-Course Trauma and the Gut Microbiome
Led by University of Nebraska · Updated on 2026-03-25
30
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
13 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are studying whether group psychotherapy over six weeks can change the gut microbiome in women of child-bearing age and how chronic stress may be linked to the gut microbiota. The trial focuses on women aged 19 to 54 years, exploring the relationship between stress and gut health through a behavioral intervention. Participants will take part in a one-hour group therapy session each week for six weeks designed to address biopsychosocial factors affecting maternal life-course trauma. This psychotherapy intervention aims to observe changes in the gut microbiome and stress levels over the study period. During the study, women will complete questionnaires about chronic stress and provide stool samples before and after the therapy to analyze microbiome changes. The main outcomes measured include Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scales and perceived stress levels after six weeks. Participation includes regular monitoring and self-reporting over the intervention timeline.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Does Psychotherapy Change the Gut Microbiome in Women of Child-bearing Age?
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Women over the age of 19 and less than 54
- Able to understand and read English
You will not qualify if you...
- Pregnant women
- Breastfeeding women
- Women who are actively participating in psychotherapy on a regular basis
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
Duration - 6 weeks
Participants take part in a 6-week psychotherapy group intervention.
Weekly visits for up to 6 weeks
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, Nebraska, United States, 68198
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Research Team
A
Ashley J Blount, PhD
T
Tiffany A Moore, PhD, RN
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
NA
Model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Number of Arms
1
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