BMC Psychiatry (Jul 2023)

Gut microbiome and psychiatric disorders

  • Kazi Farhana Afroz,
  • Mirko Manchia

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12888-023-05003-4
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 23, no. 1
pp. 1 – 3

Abstract

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Abstract Several pieces of evidence show that gut microbiota can impact psychiatric disorders. However, no mechanism behind the relationship has been identified. Host genetics and their diets have a significant impact on the gut microbiota. More advanced studies are needed to find the mechanism and develop new therapeutic strategies.