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. 2016 Jul 14;30(11):1019–1041. doi: 10.1007/s40263-016-0370-3
The gut microbiota regulate central nervous system homeostasis through immune, vagal and metabolic pathways.
Dysregulation of the gut microbiota has been documented in several neuropsychiatric conditions, such as depression and autism.
Preclinical and clinical evidence suggests that psychobiotics display efficacy in alleviating the behavioural symptoms of neuropsychiatric disorders.