Brandon Eddy
Assistant Professor, Couple and Family Therapy
Expertise: Postpartum Depression, Transition to Parenthood, Men and Pregnancy, Couple Relationships, Infertility, Miscarriage
Biography
Brandon Eddy studies the transition to parenthood, specifically postpartum depression.
His research has examined postpartum depression in men, as well as the impact of pregnancy on couple relationships. Eddy, who joined the UNLV in 2017, also teaches multiple courses on marriage and family therapy.
As a therapist, he has helped clients navigate miscarriage, infertility, and the adjustment to becoming a parent. He also specializes in working with families with autism.
Education
- B.S., Child and Family Studies, Weber State University
- M.S., Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- Ph.D., Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling, Texas Tech University
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healthline
March 23, 2021
Whether you’re dreaming of cute little fingers and toes or you’re just deciding which birth control method works best for you, family planning conversations are an important part of a long-term relationship.
September 4, 2020
A 35-year-old mother is accused of throwing her 3-month-old son from a second-floor staircase Tuesday, killing him, according to an arrest report released Friday.
September 4, 2020
A 35-year-old mother is accused of throwing her 3-month-old son from a second-floor staircase Tuesday, killing him, according to an arrest report released Friday.
Care.com
May 8, 2020
In recent years, thanks to celebrities like Chrissy Teigen and Serena Williams opening up about their struggles, we’re seeing more discussion around all perinatal mood or anxiety disorders (PMAD), which are experienced by up to 25% of women in the U.S.
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Campus News | April 14, 2021
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Research | December 26, 2019
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Campus News | April 15, 2019
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