postpartum depression has received more attention in recent years. but most of it has focused on moms. a new study published in jama found some interesting results: about 10% of dads suffer from postpartum depression too. yes 1 in 10 dads become seriously depressed between their partners’ first trimester and in the first year (usually the first three to six months) of their child’s life. and men are more likely to be depressed when their partners are depressed. as you might imagine it’s difficult to provide a nurturing environment for a baby when both parents are feeling down. this is a real issue for new parents to be aware of.
can dads suffer from postpartum depression?