But one thing is sure. Depressed fathers do have an effect on their children.Paul Ramchandani led the British study.He says that depression in mothers often affects both daughters and sons. But depression in fathers has a greater effect on sons.Sons of depressed fathers are more likely to have behavioral problems.Why is this? Well, depressed fathers may not spend as much time with their children as they should.That was the case in this next story. A father who suffered from postpartum depression tells of his experience:"As a first-time father I wanted to be able to take care of our new baby and my wife, as well as look after the finances and work...Basically, I wanted to look after everyone and everything. Except I did not take care of myself."
