Dads unite: new study tests peer support to beat baby blues
NCT ID NCT04813042
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a 6-week group program called Working Out Dads (WOD) to see if it helps reduce mental health struggles in fathers of children aged 0-4. About 293 dads with mild to moderate distress will either join the WOD peer-support group or receive usual care. The goal is to see if talking with other dads in a structured setting can lower anxiety and depression symptoms.
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Murdoch Children's Research Institute
Parkville, Victoria, 3052, Australia
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