Fatherhood and depression: Sound the alarms!

Abstract

Maternal mental health during and after pregnancy is a well researched entity. However, father's mental health during the same period and even while raising the children has not been given due consideration. Recent studies have tried to explore the paternal depression and its impact on the children, marriage and the whole family. In this short communication, we aim to bring to the fore the risk factors, impact and recommendations to address the issue of paternal depression.

Keywords

• paternal depression
• parenting behaviour
• psychosocial development
• depression screening