Exploring modifiable candidate risk factors for mental illness in young adults: Infection, vitamin D and stress

Funding Activity

Website
http://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1049911

Funding Status
Closed

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Funded Activity Summary

There is evidence to suggest that low vitamin D, chronic stress and certain common infections (e.g. the cold sore virus) may impact on the brain and contribute to an increased risk of mental disorders (e.g. depression, psychotic-like experiences). Using blood and hair samples, and detailed psychiatric interviews, we shall explore these research questions in a large sample of young twins. We hope to find causes of mental illness that can be modified via public health measures (e.g. the use of nutritional supplements, counselling, vaccines).

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-01-2013

End Date: 01-01-2016

Funding Scheme: Project Grants

Funding Amount: $857,095.00

Funder: National Health and Medical Research Council

Research Topics

ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)

Quantitative Genetics (incl. Disease and Trait Mapping Genetics)

ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)

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Other Keywords

brain imaging | cortisol | depression | infection | prevention | psychosis | stress | vitamin D

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