Temperament and its Relationship to Gut Microbiome Diversity in Male Sprague-Dawley Rats

Deepa Kadidahl

Temperament refers to a profile of behavioral tendencies and certain temperaments such as behavioral inhibition and social boldness have been identified as predictors of anxiety disorders. Evidence suggests that the gut microbial imbalances may also aid in the development of mental health disorders. We tested if gut microbial species richness and temperament were associated with one another. The findings indicate no significant relationship exists between the two variables. 

Major: 
Biobehavioral Health
Exhibition Category: 
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
Sonia Cavigelli
Poster Number: 
51869