Understanding The Relationship Between Paternal Postnatal Depression and Family Environment

Abstract

This research aimed to understand the connection between Paternal Postnatal Depression and Family Environment, focusing on various aspects such as Cohesion, Expressiveness, independence, active recreation orientation, organization, and control. Conducted using a quantitative approach, the study involved 40 fathers who completed two questionnaires, one to assess Paternal Postnatal Depression and the other to evaluate Family Environment. The participants were fathers aged 25 to 40 with at least one infant below the age of one, residing in both urban and rural areas. The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) was used to screen for Paternal Postnatal Depression, while the Family Environment scale measured different domains related to family dynamics. Analysis revealed a significant relationship between Paternal Postnatal Depression and Family Environment, particularly in the domains of cohesion and expressiveness. However, no significant associations were found with other dimensions. This relationship was identified through correlation analysis. The findings are presented and discussed through correlation analysis tables, highlighting the implications of the study and suggesting future research directions. The study underscores the importance of understanding how Paternal Postnatal Depression affects family dynamics and offers insights for supporting fathers’ mental health and family well-being.