{"id":89084,"date":"2023-09-12T10:11:59","date_gmt":"2023-09-12T10:11:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/?p=89084"},"modified":"2023-09-13T09:55:41","modified_gmt":"2023-09-13T09:55:41","slug":"men-with-postpartum-depression","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/mental-health\/men-with-postpartum-depression\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Male Postpartum Depression: Causes, Signs and Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\"Man<\/p>\n

When a newborn is about to be introduced into a household, a lot of planning goes into it. However, one of the aspects that some couples may overlook is the depression that might occur. <\/span><\/p>\n

Some fathers experience a change in mood and functionality after the baby is born, and they might be reluctant to share how they feel. You will learn what men with postpartum depression go through and how they can seek help.<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span>What does postpartum depression mean?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Postpartum depression is a type of depression that occurs after the birth of a baby. This depression, often characterized by fatigue, emotional highs and lows, and guilt, doesn’t affect everyone. <\/b><\/p>\n

People who experience this depression might find it challenging to care for their newborn, and they are often advised to seek help from their healthcare provider. <\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED READING : <\/span>How Does Postpartum Depression Affect a Marriage: 5 Effects<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n

<\/span>Do men have postpartum depression?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

After pregnancy, women are likely to suffer from different disorders and need sufficient help to <\/span>care for their newborns<\/span><\/a>. Some fathers may also experience postpartum depression due to a number of reasons. <\/span><\/p>\n

Men with postpartum depression may experience this issue for reasons like being a father for the first time, financial problems, sleep deprivation, mental health problems, etc. <\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED READING : <\/span>Postpartum Rage : Coping, Symptoms, Treatment and Causes<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n

<\/span>What are the key differences between Female & Male PPD?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Postpartum depression occurs in men and women, and even if there are some similarities, there are differences in how they manifest. <\/span><\/p>\n

Men may experience more anger and irritability, while women might feel pressured to handle some caregiving duties. When it comes to PPD, women have more support networks than men, leaving the latter to feel isolated during their experiences. <\/span><\/p>\n

Women experience PPD due to hormonal changes, psychological adjustments of motherhood, stress of childbirth, etc. While men experience PPD because of sleep deprivation, financial worries, increased stress, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n

This book by Linda Sebastian titled <\/span>Overcoming Postpartum Depression<\/span><\/a> and Anxiety is useful for both mothers and fathers who might be finding it hard to cope after the arrival of their newborn. <\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span>Causes of Men Postpartum Depression<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Man<\/p>\n

Postpartum depression in men is caused by a combination of various factors- psychological, biological, and environmental. <\/span><\/p>\n

Fear and anxiety associated with being a father<\/span><\/a> can make men experience PPD. When the baby arrives, men might struggle with getting their partner’s affection, emotional availability, and attention. <\/span><\/p>\n