Group therapy for dads with depression
This study tests a group therapy program for new fathers who are feeling down or anxious during pregnancy or after their baby is born. It aims to improve mental health and support dads in Ontario.
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Who can take part
- You are a father or expect a child, and your partner is pregnant or you have a baby under 18 months old.
- You speak and read English well.
- You feel down or anxious (score 9 or higher on a depression screening).
- You live in Ontario, Canada.
- You do not have bipolar disorder, psychosis, borderline personality disorder, or a current substance use problem.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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