Clinical Research Directory

Tiny Heroes: Decrease and Prevent Anxiety Problems in Young Children

In Sweden, there is a lack of evidence-based methods to reduce and prevent young children's emotional problems, such as worry and anxiety. In the project, the intervention Tiny Heroes will be evaluated in an open feasibility trial. Tiny Heroes is an online cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) directed at parents, adapted to the Swedish clinical setting in workshops with clinicians and health care developers in Region Stockholm. Feedback from parents will be included in the feasibility study and inform the intervention. Research questions * Is Tiny Heroes preliminary effective in reducing children's anxiety symptoms? * What support is needed from clinicians during Tiny Heroes? * How many modules are completed by parents? * How is Tiny Heroes perceived by parents? If Tiny Heroes is feasible and preliminary effective, a randomized controlled trial will be planned for (not included in this project plan).

The Effects of Chicory Root-derived Prebiotic on Mood and Stress Responsiveness in Healthy Adults With Mild to Moderate Levels of Stress and Anxiety

Emerging evidence from preclinical research suggests that prebiotic fibres may play a beneficial role in supporting mental health through modulation of the gut-brain axis-a complex communication network linking the gastrointestinal tract and the central nervous system. Chicory root-derived prebiotic fibre, already well-established for its positive effects on glycaemic control and bowel regularity, has recently shown promise in this context. The present study aims to investigate the mental health benefits of chicory root fibre in a larger and more diverse population, thereby contributing to the growing body of evidence supporting nutritional strategies for mental well-being.