Dad Brain

Dad Brain reveals the neuroscience, psychology, anthropology, biology, and cultural politics of fatherhood, drawing from the author's research on first-time fathers.

It highlights profound brain changes like grey matter volume loss for efficient parenting, hormonal shifts, and the 'patresence' period of adaptation, challenging the idea that men are not wired for childcare.

The book argues that parenting investments lead to stronger bonds but also risks like sleep disturbance and isolation, advocating for cultural support for fathers.