PPD resources for dads

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a man is smiling for the camera in front of a blue and white background with text that reads working through postpartum mood disorder and a tramatic birth
PSI Blog: Father's roadmap to recovery
TW: This article contains mention of traumatic birth. "One moment at a time, one day at a time, and one more win at a time. This became a foundation for me in working through these feelings. If I can just improve a little bit each day to gain my identity back, strengthen my confidence, embrace my love for my family, and be grateful for life, then I can do this. How though? It began with my health and my fitness. If I was going to try and make my mind better, I had to start with my body. While I have always been an athletic and “fit” person, I took my exercise and diet to a different level. With a structured schedule and routine of working out and eating healthy, I started to feel better about myself. This began to build my confidence back in being able to support my family and feel like
Whether you are a dad trying to support a partner or you think you may be experiencing a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder, we are glad you are here. We want you to know that you are not alone and that by getting the right kind of support, you will get better.

One in ten dads gets postpartum depression, and up to 18% develop a clinically significant anxiety disorder such as generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder at some point during the pregnancy or the first year postpartum. Call the PSI HelpLine: 1-800-944-4773
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Perinatal mental health resources for dads.
Whether you are a dad trying to support a partner or you think you may be experiencing a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder, we are glad you are here. We want you to know that you are not alone and that by getting the right kind of support, you will get better. One in ten dads gets postpartum depression, and up to 18% develop a clinically significant anxiety disorder such as generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder at some point during the pregnancy or the first year postpartum. Call the PSI HelpLine: 1-800-944-4773 #1 En Español or #2 English
Whether you are a dad trying to support a partner or you think you may be experiencing a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder, we are glad you are here. We want you to know that you are not alone and that by getting the right kind of support, you will get better.

One in ten dads gets postpartum depression, and up to 18% develop a clinically significant anxiety disorder such as generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder at some point during the pregnancy or the first year postpartum. New Dads, Postpartum, First Year
Perinatal Depression in dads
Whether you are a dad trying to support a partner or you think you may be experiencing a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder, we are glad you are here. We want you to know that you are not alone and that by getting the right kind of support, you will get better. One in ten dads gets postpartum depression, and up to 18% develop a clinically significant anxiety disorder such as generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder at some point during the pregnancy or the first year postpartum.
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Postpartum Depression Support for Dads
Join us for our Dads Support Group! Our online groups are here to help you connect with other dads who have newborns up to toddlers. Our groups allow you to talk and listen to other dads as they process their experiences. Whether you are going through stress, feeling overwhelmed as you adjust to parenting, or trying to figure out how best to support your partner, our groups are here for you.You will learn about helpful tools/resources and realize you are not alone. View the schedule and register at bit.ly/FindSupportGroup!
#DYK we have a FREE Facebook Group just for Dads? 
1 in 10 dads experience depression in the postpartum period. Adoptive parents can also have the same symptoms. Symptoms can occur during pregnancy or postpartum and after pregnancy loss. Symptoms can be associated with depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, other obsessive-compulsive symptoms, bipolar disorders, psychosis, and post-traumatic stress. Please know that with informed care, you can prevent a worsening of these symptoms and can fully recover. There is no reason to continue to suffer. This is the PSI Universal motto: You are not alone, you are not to blame, and with help, you will get well.

This page is for support and educational purposes. Please seek the guidance of your medical professionals if you feel you are experiencing Postpartum Period, Intrusive Thoughts, Adoptive Parents, Pregnancy Loss, Free Facebook, After Pregnancy, Facebook Group
Closed Facebook Group for Dads Suffering from PPD
#DYK we have a FREE Facebook Group just for Dads? 1 in 10 dads experience depression in the postpartum period. Adoptive parents can also have the same symptoms. Symptoms can occur during pregnancy or postpartum and after pregnancy loss. Symptoms can be associated with depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, other obsessive-compulsive symptoms, bipolar disorders, psychosis, and post-traumatic stress. Please know that with informed care, you can prevent a worsening of these symptoms and can fully recover. There is no reason to continue to suffer. This is the PSI Universal motto: You are not alone, you are not to blame, and with help, you will get well. This page is for support and educational purposes. Please seek the guidance of your medical professionals if you feel you are experiencing
Did you know, dads can get PPD?
One in ten dads gets postpartum depression, and up to 18% develop a clinically significant anxiety disorder such as generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder at some point during the pregnancy or the first year postpartum.