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Paternal adaptation in first-time fathers: a phenomenological study.
Narges Eskandari1, Masoumeh Simbar2, AbouAli Vedadhir3,4
1a Department of Midwifery, School of Nursing and Midwifery , Qom University of Medical Science , Qom , Iran.
Journal of Reproductive and Infant Psychology
|March 9, 2018
Summary
This study explored men's first year of fatherhood adaptation in Iran. Key findings reveal steps toward adaptation, obstacles, and stabilization, highlighting factors influencing this significant life transition.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Men's Health
Background:
- Fatherhood represents a significant life event impacting men's identity and lifestyle.
- Limited research exists on paternal adaptation experiences within the Iranian cultural context.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore men's lived experiences of paternal adaptation during the first year of becoming a father.
- To understand the challenges and facilitators of this transition in an Iranian sample.
Main Methods:
- Phenomenological study involving 15 first-time Iranian fathers.
- Data collected through in-depth, semi-structured interviews.
- Interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) used for data analysis.
Main Results:
- Identified 26 themes, 8 subordinate themes, and 3 superordinate themes.
- Superordinate themes: 'steps toward adaptation', 'obstacles to the path of adaptation', and 'stabilisation in the paternal position'.
- Paternal adaptation involves perceived self-efficacy and satisfaction in the fathering role.
Conclusions:
- Paternal adaptation is a multifaceted process influenced by facilitating and inhibiting factors.
- Understanding these factors is crucial for supporting new fathers.
- Self-efficacy and satisfaction are indicators of successful adaptation to the paternal role.
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