Fatherhood alters brain structure, increasing both bonding and mental health risks - New fathers showed notable decreases in certain areas of their brains. These changes were associated with both positive parenting behaviors and increased risks for sleep problems and mental health issues.
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Fatherhood alters brain structure, increasing both bonding and mental health risks
A new study has found that first-time fathers experience significant cortical gray matter volume reductions, linked to stronger prenatal bonding and greater parenting engagement, but also associated with worse sleep quality and mental health issues.