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The Science of 'Dad Brain' | Darby Saxbe (Mom of 2, USC Professor & Researcher)

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Impacts of Stress and Parenthood on Couples

The chapter delves into research on cortisol patterns in couples, highlighting the impact of family stress on biological stress patterns and the concept of stress contagion. It transitions to discussing how fatherhood affects men's brains, focusing on changes in brain structure during the transition to parenthood. The chapter also explores the concept of 'Dad Brain' where research shows that brain changes in parents, particularly fathers, may not indicate health issues but rather more efficient brain function.

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