J Korean Acad Psychiatr Ment Health Nurs.
2023 Sep;32(3):233-244. 10.12934/jkpmhn.2023.32.3.233.
Experiences of Postpartum Depression in Men: A Qualitative Meta-synthesis
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- 1Ph.D. Candidate, Graduate School, College of Nursing, Ewha Womans University, Seoul, Korea
- 2Professor, College of Nursing ․ Ewha Research Institute of Nursing Science, Ewha Womans University, Seoul, Korea
- KMID: 2546395
- DOI: http://doi.org/10.12934/jkpmhn.2023.32.3.233
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.
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