Teens struggle with lockdown mental health more than parents

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Brief Prenatal Role-Play Predicts New Fathers’ Parenting Skills

A new study suggests a five-minute role-play done with men before the birth of their first child can predict the quality of their parenting after the baby arrives.
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Baby and Adult Brains Sync Up During Play Time

New research suggests that during play time, parents and their babies might be “on the same wavelength,” experiencing similar brain activity in the same brain regions. Read PsychCentral article here

Partners of new mums with mental illness set to get targeted support on the NHS

New and expectant fathers will be offered mental health checks and treatment under radical action to support families, NHS England chief executive Simon Stevens announced today (2 December 2018). Click here read article

Which skills will help patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder?

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a complex psychological condition, and those who suffer from it experience severe reduction in their quality of life. A new study now shows that OCD sufferers need to adopt adaptive coping skills rather than the maladaptive strategies often used such as repetitive, compulsive actions or creating emotional distance from a situation, in order to effectively manage their condition. Click here to read ScienceDaily article

Father’s Rejection Can Lead to Teen Anxiety

In a new study, Pennsylvania State University investigators discovered rejection from fathers during adolescence may lead to increases in social anxiety and loneliness among teens. Click here for ScienceDaily article

Walk in Nature Beats Mall for Positive Mom-Daughter Bond

In a new study, researchers at the University of Illinois wanted to know how a mother-daughter walk through nature would compare to a walk in the mall when it comes to mental and relational benefits. Click here for PsychCentral article

Teenage depression linked to father's depression

Adolescents whose fathers have depressive symptoms are more likely to experience symptoms of depression themselves, finds a new study led by UCL researchers. Read article here

Fidgeting Helps Kids with ADHD Concentrate

Many a parent has expressed frustration when they watch their child with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder squirm and fidget in school and while doing their homework, yet appear laser-focused and motionless sitting in front of the TV.

New research should appease concerns as investigators discover lack of motivation or boredom with school isn’t to blame for the differing behavior. Click to see article

In UK, Online Self-Help Tool Aids Bipolar Parents

A new U.K. study finds that online self-management support for parents with bipolar disorder leads to improvements in parenting and child behavior.

Researchers from the Spectrum Centre for Mental Health Research at Lancaster University recruited 97 parents with bipolar disorder who have children aged between three and ten years old.

Fathers crucial role in child's mental health - Centre for Mental Health

Fathers have a critical yet poorly recognised role in giving their children the best chance of good mental health throughout their lives, according to a briefing paper published today by Centre for Mental Health.

Fatherhood, by Lorraine Khan, reviews evidence about the role of fathers in children’s mental health. It finds evidence that fathers have a big influence on their children’s mental health yet few get any help or support to fulfill their potential as parents.

Fathers have crucial role in a child's mental health

Fathers have a critical yet poorly recognised role in giving their children the best chance of good mental health throughout their lives, according to a briefing paper published today by Centre for Mental Health.