The mental well-being of men undergoing the transition into fatherhood remains a focal
point in public health discourse. In the United Kingdom, fathers encounter limited access to …

Background The prevalence of fathers' depression and anxiety in the perinatal period (ie
from conception to 1 year after birth) is approximately 5–10%, and 5–15%, respectively; their …

Becoming a father is a major transition for men, and may be a source of happiness and
fulfilment, as well as distress. Perinatal mental health research has traditionally focused on …

Paternal mental health remains an under-researched area in the UK. Consequently, father-
focused formal and informal support provisions fail to address the complex emotional and …

The need for services targeting fathers in the perinatal period is increasingly apparent. To
maximize engagement, such interventions need to be father focused, but men's experiences …

Background. Fathers' perinatal mental health problems have far reaching implications not
only for themselves, but also for their partner, their couple relationship, and their children …

Becoming a new father for his family is one of the most intense and transformative
experiences in many men's lives and may involve uncertainties. When things are going well …

Objective: To (a) identify attitudinal barriers to help-seeking for mental health difficulties
among fathers of young children;(b) explore the relationships between perceived barriers to …

While the importance of addressing maternal mental health needs are more widely
recognised, with routine mental health screening and assessment offered to women during …

During the postpartum period, fathers may be at risk of increased stress and loneliness,
which may be offset or buffered by the provision of social support. This study aimed to …