Couvade Syndrome among Polish expectant fathers

Kaźmierczak, Maria; Kiełbratowska, Bogumiła; Pastwa-Wojciechowska, Beata

doi:10.12659/msm.883791

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“…In a study published in 1983, it was concluded that men’s symptoms are a reflection of their level of attachment to the unborn child and involvement in the pregnancy (Weaver & Cranley, 1983). Men who have prepared for their parental role, for example by making antenatal visits, report a higher susceptibility to being afflicted by the syndrome (Kazmierczak et al, 2013). According to attachment theory, the man’s closeness to the fetus gives rise to the syndrome (Cranley, 1981).…”

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Couvade Syndrome Among Jordanian Expectant Fathers

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Studies of different cultures have reported that expectant fathers experience physiological and psychological changes during their partner’s pregnancy. These symptoms are classed as Couvade Syndrome (sympathetic pregnancy) symptoms. The main aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of Couvade Syndrome among Jordanian expectant fathers. A descriptive quantitative research design that utilized the Men’s Health During Partners’ Pregnancy (MHDPP) questionnaire was employed to collect data from three Maternal and Child Health Care Centers in public hospitals. A total of 449 participants completed the questionnaire. Descriptive statistics were used to describe the characteristics of the sample and the main variables. Chi-square tests were conducted to find the relationship between the pregnancy trimester and the specific Couvade Syndrome symptom. Jordanian expectant fathers experienced high rates of Couvade Syndrome (59.1%). The prevalence of Couvade Syndrome among the participants is considered to be the highest reported rate when compared to the results of previous studies. This rate may be due to the tendency among men in Jordan to have a strong desire for children soon after marriage and to have a strong commitment to family life. With a better understanding of the expectant father’s response to pregnancy, health-care providers would be better able to provide them with the necessary support and education. This could contribute to the health and well-being of expectant fathers and their families.

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“…In Australian studies from 2010, the principle of at least 8 psychological or physical symptoms was followed [10]. As for the Polish research from 2013, the criteria proposed by Lipkin and Lamb were used [18].…”

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“…They declared happiness and euphoria, but also concern about their family's future. Kazmierczak et al and Kiełbratowska et al stated that men need the Couvade syndrome to be in the center of the woman's attention and to adjust to the new situation [18,22]. A contemporary man demands the recognition of his place and role during his wife's/partner's pregnancy and labor.…”

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Psychosomatic symptoms of the Couvade syndrome in Finnish and Polish expectant fathers

Sioma-Markowska¹,

Zyg²,

Kiełbratowska³

2018

Ginekol Pol

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Objectives: The aim of the study was to assess the occurrence of symptoms associated with the Couvade syndrome in two groups of men of Polish and Finnish nationality, and to perform a comparative analysis. Material and methods:The study was conducted in two groups of men (expectant fathers): 51 Poles and 40 Finns using a self-constructed questionnaire prepared in Polish and English languages. The statistical analysis was performed in Microsoft Office Excel 2010 and Statistica 12. The Pearson's test was calculated, and the statistical significance level was p < 0.05. Results:The most common physical symptoms reported by the Polish men were weight gain (78%) and gastric disorders (80%), whereas the Finns most frequently declared weight gain (60%). As for emotional symptoms, mood swings (p = 0.0001) and sleep disorders (p = 0.00004) were significantly more common in the Poles, whilst the Finns experienced frustration (p = 0.0403) and nervousness (p = 0.01579) significantly more frequently. The Finnish respondents more often used professional forms of preparation for childbirth and parenthood (p = 0.00229).Conclusions: Psychosomatic symptoms of the Couvade syndrome are significantly more common in Polish than in Finnish expectant fathers. Compared with Polish fathers, Finns significantly more frequently attend ante-natal classes. Ante-natal care should encompass education of men as they do experience the symptoms of the Couvade syndrome during their wives'/partners' pregnancies.

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“…In addition, some authors mention changes in sexual habits, fear, anxiety, and curiosity. The symptoms disappear after the wife's delivery [19].…”

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The phenomenon of pregnancy — a psychological view

Bjelica¹,

Ćetković²,

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Pregnancy is a very specific and complex period in a woman's life. The accompanying changes are observed not only on the biological/physiological plane but also in her psychological and social functioning. Altered psychological functioning can occur from the very beginning to the end of pregnancy, including the postpartum period. During pregnancy, visible changes occur in the body's appearance, as well as in femininity, affections, and sexuality, whereas the woman's position and role are gaining new qualities. To a greater or lesser degree, every expectant mother experiences psychological am-bivalence, frequent mood changes from exhaustion to exaltation, emotional disturbances, and/or mixed anxiety-depressive disorder. In addition, pregnancy causes a number of specific apprehensions concerning the course and outcome, which makes the woman particularly vulnerable and requires adequate treatment, depending on the adaptive capacities of her personality. Furthermore, from a psychosocial aspect, pregnancy could be considered a specific highly emotional state, which may be a potent stressor. Perinatal maternal stress can lead to different complications that may have far-reaching consequences for both somatic and psychic functioning of the newborn. This review considers pregnancy as a complex psychological phenomenon and explores multiple changes in the woman's psychological functioning in both normal and psychologically complicated courses of pregnancy.

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Couvade Syndrome among Polish expectant fathers

Cited by 13 publications

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Couvade Syndrome Among Jordanian Expectant Fathers

Couvade Syndrome Among Jordanian Expectant Fathers

Psychosomatic symptoms of the Couvade syndrome in Finnish and Polish expectant fathers

The phenomenon of pregnancy — a psychological view

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