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New Dads Demand Better Paternity Leave for Mental Health

5/12/2025

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Campaigners in the UK are calling for improved paternity leave as a mental health crisis looms among fathers. Alarmingly, 45% of new dads face anxiety or depression, often feeling the strain to rush back to work. Advocates emphasize that enhancing leave policies is crucial for nurturing families and safeguarding men's mental well-being.

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Campaigners in the UK are calling for improved paternity leave as a mental health crisis looms among fathers. Alarmingly, 45% of new dads face anxiety or depression, often feeling the strain to rush back to work. Advocates emphasize that enhancing leave policies is crucial for nurturing families and safeguarding men's mental well-being.