PSI Partner and Family Support

Question 1

What percentage of fathers and non-birthing partners are estimated to experience postpartum depression?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 10%

Answer

Less than 1%

Answer

50%

Answer

25%

Question 2

How does a partner's own mental health affect the primary caregiver's PMAD recovery?

Accepted Answer

Partner mental health difficulties can worsen the primary caregiver's depression and slow recovery

Answer

Partner mental health has no effect on the primary caregiver's recovery

Answer

Partners with depression provide more effective support

Answer

Partner mental health only matters during pregnancy

Question 3

What is the most helpful role a partner can play when their loved one has postpartum depression?

Accepted Answer

Providing practical support, emotional validation, and encouraging professional help

Answer

Minimizing the problem to avoid worry

Answer

Taking complete control of infant care without involving the mother

Answer

Waiting for symptoms to resolve on their own

Question 4

Which PSI resource is specifically dedicated to fathers and non-birthing partners?

Accepted Answer

PSI's 'Help for Dads' webpage and downloadable resources

Answer

PSI's clinical provider directory only

Answer

PSI's breastfeeding support guides

Answer

PSI's medication safety database

Question 5

Why is couples therapy recommended as an adjunct in treating perinatal depression?

Accepted Answer

Relationship conflict and communication breakdowns both contribute to and result from perinatal depression

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Couples therapy is only for pre-existing marital problems

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It replaces individual therapy for the affected parent

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Couples therapy worsens postpartum depression outcomes

Question 6

What is a common but unhelpful statement partners make to someone with postpartum depression?

Accepted Answer

'You should be happy — you have a beautiful baby'

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'I'm here to support you in any way you need'

Answer

'We should call your doctor together'

Answer

'Your feelings are valid and this is treatable'