What causes postpartum depression in men? Experts tell you the answer

When it comes to postpartum depression, most people probably think that it is a disease exclusive to women. In fact, this is not the case. Men may also suffer from postpartum depression. There are many reasons leading to this situation. Please see the authoritative introduction of a psychologist below.

1. Men lack sufficient psychological preparation for having children. Suddenly having another child will cause a sharp increase in family expenses, which will increase the economic pressure on men. For some low-income people, it is more likely to cause a shock, making them worry all the time. If they lose their jobs, the mental blow to men will be even greater.

2. As a husband, in addition to working to earn money, he also has to take care of his wife and children when he gets home. If he does not get enough rest and sleep, he may feel upset and exhausted physically and mentally over time.

3. After having children, the wife will generally transfer most of her energy to the children, and the husband may experience a large psychological gap. Some wives neglect their husbands sexually after giving birth. If this is not handled well, it can easily cause low mood and mental depression in men.

Treatment for postpartum depression in men:

1. Don’t blame yourself; don’t blame yourself for “why I got this damn disease”, but understand that you are in urgent need of help and actively embark on the path of treatment to seek recovery.

2. Follow the treatment plan; take medication as prescribed and visit the doctor regularly.

3. Don’t be discouraged; it takes time to get back to normal, don’t be anxious. Always tell yourself “it will get better”.

4. Simplify your life; make appropriate changes to your life. If you find something is too difficult to do, just ignore it.

5. Participate in activities; participate in activities that you are good at and that give you a sense of accomplishment. Even if you are just a spectator at first, don't give up these opportunities. Such activities can gradually restore your self-confidence and are very beneficial for treating depression.

6. Recognize small progress; learn to be satisfied with any improvement in your depressive symptoms.

7. Prevent recurrence; first, strictly follow the treatment plan prescribed by the doctor and maintain good living habits, and second, stay alert to recurrence signals.