“As a clinical psychologist working with expecting and new parents, I’m so happy that Parental Mental Health: Factoring in Fathers has arrived! Challenging the outdated, limiting, and often damaging perceptions of the father’s role, this insightful book beautifully outlines simple steps for healthy changes. The entire family and all the relationships within it will benefit greatly from this gender equitable approach to parenting.”
—SHOSHANA S. BENNETT, PH.D.
AUTHOR, POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION FOR DUMMIES
“Parental Mental Health: Factoring in Fathers asks the questions, ‘Why fathers?’ and ‘Why now?’ and then goes forward to answer BOTH those questions in a clear, concise and caring way. This helpful playbook is for those negotiating the transition to fatherhood with their partner.”
—Craig F. Garfield, MD, MAPP
Pediatrician and fatherhood researcher
Meet the Authors
Jane Honikman, M.S.
Jane Honikman, M.S., became a leader of the social movement to promote the emotional wellbeing of parents and their families through her work founding Postpartum Education for Parents (PEP) in 1977 and Postpartum Support International (PSI) in 1987. She has written several books on the topic and continues to lecture and train internationally on the role of social support and the emotional health of families. In 2015, Jane co-founded the Postpartum Action Institute with the mission to energize and revitalize professionals and parent advocates in order to support new families.
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Daniel B. Singley, Ph.D.
Daniel B. Singley, Ph.D. is a San Diego-based board certified psychologist and Director of The Center for Men’s Excellence. His research and practice focus on men’s mental health with a particular emphasis on reproductive psychology and the transition to fatherhood. He conducts training and presentations around the country and founded the grant-funded Basic Training for New Dads, Inc. nonprofit and Padre Cadre social networking application just for dads in order to give new fathers the tools they need to be highly engaged with their infants as well as their partners.
Signs and Symptoms of Postpartum Depression & Anxiety
One in ten dads develops postpartum depression
- extreme irritability
- anger
- isolation or socially withdrawn
- blaming others
- substance abuse
- headaches
- muscle tension
- sleep problems
- constant, inexplicable tiredness
- abusive, hyperactive, or antisocial behavior
- Panic attacks
- Worry
- Obsessive thoughts
- Compulsions