Abstract
Purpose: This study aimed to comprehensively review the experiences of postpartum depression in men. Methods: A qualitative meta-synthesis suggested by Noblit and Hare was conducted in this study. Three qualitative studies were chosen and synthesized to describe men's experiences of postpartum depression. Results: Four themes emerged as a result of synthesizing: “Frustration stemming from excessive responsibility as a father”, “Life of mine being tied to child-rearing”, “Suppression of emotions due to gender role stereotypes”, and “Communication interruption with wife due to marital conflict”. Conclusion: The results of this study provided a deeper understanding of the experiences of postpartum depression in men, and can help establish prevention program and arrang social support for postpartum depression in men.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 233-244 |
| Number of pages | 12 |
| Journal | Journal of Korean Academy of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing |
| Volume | 32 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 1 Sep 2023 |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© 2023 The Korean Academy of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing.
Keywords
- Depression
- Fathers
- Postpartum
- Postpartum Period
- Qualitative Research
