Fathers' Experiences of Partner's Perinatal Mental Health - version 1

  • Research type

    Research Study

  • Full title

    The Experience of New Fathers When Their Partner Receives Support From Perinatal Mental Health Services

  • IRAS ID

    299913

  • Contact name

    Remy Hayes

  • Contact email

    remy.hayes3@nhs.net

  • Sponsor organisation

    The University of Essex

  • Duration of Study in the UK

    2 years, 0 months, 30 days

  • Research summary

    The purpose of the project is to examine the experiences of fathers when their partner is receiving treatment under perinatal mental health services. Specific topics will include the impact that this has on fathers’ wellbeing, parenting and the parents’ relationship. Data will be gathered via interviews concerning these topics and the project will be conducted over a period of two months. This study is being undertaken as part of a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.

  • REC name

    Yorkshire & The Humber - Leeds West Research Ethics Committee

  • REC reference

    22/YH/0003

  • Date of REC Opinion

    1 Mar 2022

  • REC opinion

    Further Information Favourable Opinion