An Intervention Study to Evaluate a Website Tailored to New Dads to Promote Mental Health

HealthyDads.Ca-Development and Pilot Evaluation of a Multimodal E-Health Intervention to Promote the Mental Health of Men at Risk for Depression

The purpose of this study is to develop and pilot test HealthyDads.ca, a website for expectant first-time fathers who have known risk factors for depression.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Able to communicate in French or English
• Either married or cohabiting at the time of study entry
• First child for both partners
• Have internet access
• Score <12 on the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)
• Not currently receiving psychotherapy from a health professional or on medication for a mental disorder
• At least 1 risk factor for depression if they score < 6 on the EPDS: a)history of depression, b) elevated anxiety or c) couple discord

Exclusion Criteria:

• Suicidal ideation or intent
• Physical condition precluding participation in exercise