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Vaterschaft und Abhängigkeitserkrankungen – Literaturübersicht qualitativer und quantitativer Studien

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: BACKGROUND: In German addiction services around 40-50% of the men are fathers. Affected fathers often have difficulties in successfully realizing the fatherhood. The resulting demands can lead to changes in consumption; however, fatherhood is currently not regularly addressed as part of addiction treatment. MATERIAL AND METHODS: The aim of this narrative review is to describe existing associations between addictive disorders and fatherhood. A structured literature search conducted in March/April 2023, was used to identify qualitative and quantitative studies. German and English language articles published in 2013-2023 were included. RESULTS: A total of 20 studies were included in the review. In addition to consumption-related problems, fathers with addictive disorders are also influenced by father-specific factors. Those affected can often only live out their fatherhood insufficiently and not according to their own ideals; however, many fathers are motivated for change if they are aware of the negative effects. CONCLUSION: The data point to interactions between addictive disorders and fatherhood. A joint treatment approach can be useful in order to meet existing needs. Not only the fathers can benefit from this but also their children.

Source: Der Nervenarzt

DOI: 10.1007/s00115-025-01925-4

Authors: Christoph Beineke, Thomas Altenhöner, Janina Dyba, Michael Klein, Thorsten Köhler

Institutions: Hochschule Bielefeld, Deutsche Bundespost, Catholic University of Applied Sciences of North Rhine – Westphalia

Language: German

Topic: Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,390