Postpartum depression occurs in fathers too. Up to 10% of new dads experience it — and almost no one talks about it. What happens to a man when a child is born.
"He should be happy — we have a baby!" But many new fathers experience confusion, anxiety, and sometimes depression. And stay silent about it.
Occurs in 8–10% of fathers in the first year. Signs: irritability, withdrawal, anxiety, lowered self-esteem. Often disguised as "just tired." Requires treatment — just like in mothers.
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