Gut health fix may calm anxiety in kids with autism

NCT ID NCT06126185

First seen Apr 21, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This small pilot study tested whether a 12-week course of a synbiotic (a mix of probiotics and prebiotics) could safely reduce anxiety in 30 children with autism spectrum disorder. The researchers measured side effects and changes in anxiety and sensory sensitivity. The goal was to see if this approach is worth studying further.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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