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A cross-sectional study presenting prevalence, risk factors, and psychosocial determinants of paternal postpartum depression among fathers in Central Kerala, India.
Year: 2023–2024
Region: Central Kerala, India
Topic: Paternal Postpartum Depression
Document Type: Research Article
Institution: Al Azhar Medical College and Super Specialty Hospital
Authors: Dr. Annu Antony, Dr. Sandhya G. I, Dr. Aswini K. V, Dr. Anantha Krishnan U. S, Dr. Ashith G. N, Dr. Amal Harish, Dr. Joshil K. Joseph, Dr. Amina S, Dr. Mobi Sahadevan Dev, Dr. Krishma Akhilesh
Corresponding Author: Dr. Annu Antony
Target Audience: Healthcare professionals, researchers in mental health and public health
Study Design: Cross-sectional survey
Sample Size: 280 fathers, 203 analyzed
Assessment Tool: Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) adapted for fathers
Ethical Approval: Institutional Ethics Committee (AAMC/IEC/2023-2024/3-14)
Clinical Trial Number: Not applicable
Key Findings: 37.44% prevalence of paternal PPD; higher risk in fathers aged 25–35, nuclear families, middle-low income, low social support, sleep deprivation, relationship stress, and self-doubt about parenting
Primary Predictors: Economic stress, family structure, psychosocial strain
Limitations: Single-center design, absence of diagnostic confirmation
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