Monday, November 7, 2011

Dad's Depression Affects Kids

CNN reports on "Dad's Depression May Rub Off On Kids." This article reveals that when a father is depressed, their children are 70% more likely to develop an emotional or behavioral disorder. This affect is amplified if the mother is also depressed. How can doctors and families combat depression in both mothers and fathers? How can we end the stigma of men seeking help for depression so that fathers can get treatment?

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