New Dad Mental Health Quiz: 2026 Screening Tool
Updated: February 25, 2026

The 2026 Partner Wellness Quiz

Assessing Paternal Mental Health & Transition Stress

1 in 10 fathers and non-birthing partners experience postpartum depression. Unlike traditional maternal screenings, this assessment uses adjusted clinical thresholds specifically designed to detect paternal postnatal distress (PPND), anxiety, and "masked" depression symptoms like irritability and escapism.

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Why Paternal Screening Matters in 2026

Metric Finding Source (2025-2026)
EPDS Male Cutoff 8 to 10 points (Lower than mothers) MMHLA / PSI
Peak Onset 3 to 6 months postpartum AAP / NIH
Comorbidity Risk 50% increase if partner is depressed JAMA Pediatrics

Identify "Atypical" Symptoms

In men, depression often manifests as irritability, anger, and "escapism" (staying late at work or excessive screen time) rather than outward sadness.

The 6-Month Milestone

While birthing parents are screened at 6 weeks, paternal symptoms often peak later. If you feel fine now, re-screen at the mid-year mark.

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