30 Day
Brain Gains: Creatine’s Role in Mental Health
| STUDY TITLE | Brain Gains: Creatine’s Role in Mental Health |
|---|---|
| Submitted under umbrella | |
| Date submitted |
May 7, 2025 |
| End date |
There is no pre-specified end date and sub-studies remain open long-term. |
| Language |
English |
| Efforia AI IRB approval recommendation | |
| Recruitment page preview | |
| Author edit | |
| Informed consent | |
| Study author |
Darci LG |
| Principal investigator |
Matthew Amsden |
| Sub-Investigator for Adverse Events |
Dr. Viral Patel |
| Description |
Participants will consume 5 grams of creatine daily for 30 days. This intervention aims to evaluate the potential effects of creatine supplementation on mental health. The study will focus on observing mood improvements and reductions in stress and anxiety levels during the intervention period. |
| Participant engagement length |
30 Days |
| Sponsor |
This study is made possible by your payment to cover all supplies and expenses required to participate. |
| Cost to participant |
$0 |
| Included products & services |
Creatine 3–5 g per day: $0
|
| Outcome measures |
General Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7) Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scales (DASS-21) Survey |
| Methodology |
Single Arm longitudinal where participants act as their own control |
| Basic or advanced dissemination plan |
Basic |
| Deviation from recruitment approach |
No |
| Deviation from statistical approach |
No |
| Will study include “more about you questions” |
No |
| Clinicaltrials.Gov |
Yes |
| Committment to list findings on clinicaltrials.Gov |
Yes |
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Rational & Study Design
Why I created this study:
While creatine is renowned for its muscle-boosting magic, whispers abound that it might just be the secret sauce for mental wellness, too. Academic musings and gym locker tales suggest creatine could ease the mind's burdens, reducing anxiety and lifting moods. Yet, the evidence is a mixed bag of speculation and solid research. It's crucial to decipher fact from fiction, gauging whether this supplement can truly foster a happier, calmer mind. Hence, this study seeks to shed light on creatine's potential mental health benefits.
My Objective for You:
Our mission is to empower you with insights on how daily creatine supplementation might enhance your mental well-being. By the end of this study, we aim for you to experience noticeable shifts in mood, stress, and anxiety levels, providing you with a personal blueprint of how this supplement could serve as a powerful ally in your mental wellness journey.
Aims & Objectives:
We aim to investigate the impact of creatine on mental health by measuring changes in anxiety, stress, and mood through recognized scales like the GAD-7 and DASS-21. Participants will receive personalized results, revealing how creatine supplementation affects their psychological landscape, enabling informed decisions about future wellness investments.
Significance & Impact:
This study could redefine how we perceive and utilize creatine beyond physical performance, potentially establishing it as a mental wellness enhancer. We anticipate a deeper understanding of its role in stress and mood management, though individual responses may vary. These insights will help participants make informed decisions about incorporating creatine into their wellness regimens, optimizing mental health strategies for the long haul.
The Intervention
Included Products & Services
Product Name: Creatine 3–5 g per day
Quantity included: 30
Price: $0.00
Product Description: A naturally occurring compound that boosts ATP production, improving strength, power, and muscle recovery.
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