Perinatal Depression in Men During Partner's Pregnancy: A Cross-Sectional Study in Chugoku Region of Japan

Objective: This study aimed to investigate paternal depression occurring during a partner’s pregnancy in the Chugoku region of Japan, as well examine factors associated with and its possible relevance attachment child. Methods: cross-sectional used Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) assess men. Sociodemographic details background from previous studies on included. In particular, relevant scales were occupational stress, satisfaction, marital relationship, mother-to-infant bonding (Japanese version Mother-to-Infant Bonding Scale). The participants 64 men whose partners their third trimester pregnancy. Descriptive statistics calculated subsequently analyzed by bivariate multivariate statistical analysis using IBM SPSS® Statistics 24.0 EZR [1], P<0.05, considered statistically significant. Results: Twelve fathers (18.75%, 95% CI: 10.1-30.5%) had greater than mild PHQ-9. health status child, relationships (p<0.05). group significantly higher poor relationships. significant odds ratios stress status. Conclusion: region, among pregnant was much mothers. However, specific factor appeared be findings this provide basis for considering interventions perinatal depression.