Couvade syndrome, also known as psychological pregnancy, is not a disease, but a set of symptoms that can occur in men during their partner’s pregnancy, which psychologically express pregnancy with similar sensations; prospective parents can gain weight, nausea, urge, cry or even depression.
Symptoms also demonstrate the need for many men to become parents, or the strong emotional and emotional connection with the wife, who ends up transferring to the husband a series of sensations that usually only manifest in women.
- The syndrome usually does not cause psychological disorders.
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- It is advisable to call a specialist only when the situation becomes uncontrollable and begins to annoy the couple and their loved ones.
The most common physical symptoms characteristic of this syndrome may include nausea, heartburn, abdominal pain, swelling, increased or decreased appetite, breathing problems, back pain and toothache, leg cramps and genital or urinary irritation.
Psychological symptoms may include changes in sleep, anxiety, depression, decreased sexual appetite and restlessness.
It is not yet known what causes this syndrome, but it is thought that it may be related to a man’s anxiety about pregnancy and paternity, or that it is an unconscious adaptation of the brain so that the future parent can count and hold on to the baby. .
This syndrome is most common in men who have a very strong desire to be parents, who are very emotionally attached to their pregnant partner, and if the pregnancy is at risk, there is an even greater chance of developing these symptoms.
As it is not considered a disease, Couvade syndrome is not specifically treated and symptoms can persist in humans until the baby is born, in these cases men are advised to try to relax, which can help alleviate symptoms.
If symptoms are very severe and common, or if you lose control and start bothering the partner and your loved ones, it is advisable to see a therapist.