In China, the changes that men experience in the perinatal period are not well researched. Men are also at risk of maladaptation to parenthood. The aim of this research is to review current studies regarding changes that Chinese men experience during transitioning to parenthood. 5 databases were employed to search relevant papers. The search found 128 articles. Based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 35 articles were included in this integrative review. Results showed the changes that Chinese fathers experienced during the transition to parenthood can be divided into two aspects: family relationships and mental problems. During transition to parenthood, fathers usually experienced an increase in their disappointment with marital conflict resolution and decreased sexual intimacy with their partner. Mental health declined, with fathers often feeling depressed and/or anxious during this time. Some men were diagnosed with clinical depression. The predictors of these changes included three domains: personal background (age and income), family background (gender of infant, relationship status and unplanned child) and cultural background (‘doing the month’, Confucianism, policy, social support).
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Title
An integrative review of changes of family relationships and mental health that Chinese men experience during transition to fatherhood
Creators
Mo Zhou - University of Newcastle Australia
Samantha Ashby - University of Newcastle Australia
Lyn Ebert - University of Newcastle Australia
Publication Details
International Scholarly and Scientific Research & Innovation, Vol.13(2), pp.74-82
Publisher
World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology
Identifiers
991013245557702368
Academic Unit
Faculty of Health
Language
English
Resource Type
Journal article
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An Integrative Review of Changes of Family Relationship and Mental Health