Paternal Post-natal Anxiety and Depression
Paternal Post-natal Anxiety and Depression
The arrival of a new baby is a life changing event for both parents.
Fathers are playing a much more active role in being primary care-givers to babies and young children.
We are encouraging dads to get talking about their mental health.
Signs
Get in touch with us if you’re showing any of the following signs:
- Having problems concentrating
- Finding it difficult to relax
- Loss of libido or less interest in sexual activity
- Being tearful or sad for no obvious reason
- Lashing out by being physically or verbally abusive
- Worrying about things you cannot control
- Suffering in silence as a victim of domestic violence
- Unable to fall asleep
- Loss of appetite
You do not have to face these challenges alone. With the right support in place, these difficulties can pass and fatherhood takes on a new level of enjoyment.
Useful contacts
Mental Health Direct
NHS 111 Option 2
Call 111 and press option 2 to speak to a mental health professional. Lines are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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