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The study on the relationship between expectant fathers perceived stress and expectant parents depressive symptoms from early pregnancy to six week postpartum in Hong Kong
Date Issued
2016
Conference
Type
Conference Paper
Abstract
The current study investigated the relationship between fathers' perceived stress and couples' depressive symptoms at early, late pregnancy and six week postpartum in Hong Kong. 622 expectant couples were assessed in early, late pregnancy and six weeks postpartum. Perceived stress and perinatal depression were assessed using standardized and validated psychological instruments. Findings showed that expectant fathers reported highest prevalence of perceived stress at early pregnancy. Fathers' perceived stress at early pregnancy could significantly predict depressive symptoms at late pregnancy and six week postpartum. Perceived stress in fathers at early pregnancy were significantly correlated with mother's depressive symptoms at early and late pregnancy and perceived stress in fathers at six week postpartum was also significantly associated with mothers' depressive symptoms at six week postpartum. The results contributed to theoretical understanding on the role of fathers' perceived stress and could inform the design of clinical strategies against perinatal mental health problems.
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