10 SIGNS OF PATERNAL POSTNATAL DEPRESSION

1

Increased conflict and anger with others

2

Increased use of drugs or alcohol

3

Frustration or irritability

4

Violent behaviour

5

Weight loss without trying

6

Isolation from family and friends

7

Feeling easily stressed or discouraged

8

Increased complaints about physical symptoms, or ongoing physical symptoms such as headaches

9

Decline in concentration or motivation

10

Working all the time or loss of interest in work