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Half of New Parents Experience Unwanted Intrusive Thoughts About Harming Infants

Just now September 27, 2026 1 min read 📰 Medical Xpress
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A study reveals that half of new parents experience unwanted intrusive thoughts about harming their infants, which are mostly not dangerous. This phenomenon highlights the mental health challenges faced by new parents, relevant to societal norms and support systems in Iran.

Imagine you are standing near the railing of a seventh-floor balcony with your infant in your arms when a sudden thought crosses your mind: You could drop your baby over the edge. How does that make you feel? What are you likely to do?

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