The impact of gut microbiota disorders on the blood-brain barrier

Recognized as the second largest cause of death and a major source of disability, neuropsychiatric illness is on the rise. The phrase “gut-brain axis” highlights the dynamic, two-way connection that occurs between the gastrointestinal tract and the central neurological system. An increasing number of clinical and preclinical investigations are connecting the microbiome to neurological illness […]

Gut Microbiome Dysbiosis and Adolescent Depression Adolescent depression, affecting 13% of youths worldwide, presents a significant challenge, with 30–40% of affected individuals demonstrating resistance to conventional treatments. Recent research indicates that dysbiosis of the gut microbiome may play a critical role in the manifestation of core behavioral symptoms associated with depression, such as anhedonia and […]