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Prince of Wales says we need more ‘male role models’ to talk about mental health
Prince William urged more male role models to speak openly about mental health and highlighted a 56% rise in mental health service users in England over eight years.
- On February 18, 2026, Prince William, Prince of Wales made a surprise appearance on BBC Radio 1's Life Hacks, joining an hour-long panel on men's mental health with Greg James, Professor Green, Guvna B, Allan Brownrigg, and Nathan, young carer.
- Last year, the Royal Foundation launched the National Suicide Prevention Network, contributing 4.1 million to unite 20 organisations chaired by Professor Ann John.
- Quoting his message directly, William said `I take a long time trying to understand my emotions and why I feel like I do and I feel like that's a really important process to do every now and again` and emphasized `We need more male role models out there talking about it and normalising it`.
- As a result, broadcasters and palace signposted support via BBC Action Line, with Greg James saying he hopes the conversation will `enlighten and comfort people` and the prince urging people to take mental health seriously.
- Taken together, the figures have prompted calls as 4.1 million people, including 1.2 million children and young people, accessed mental-health services in England in 2024/25, with experts urging action on a `silent mental health pandemic`.
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Prince William opened up about his own mental health and how his three children express their feelings during an appearance on BBC Radio 1’s Life Hacks: Mental Health Special.
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The initiative, supported by the Royal Foundation, seeks to coordinate efforts among organizations and social leaders to promote open dialogue, reduce stigma and strengthen accompaniment for those in difficult times.
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The Prince of Wales spoke in a debate on the prevention of suicides as he fought emotional and mental problems during the time he worked as an ambulance pilot. He encouraged men to ask for help, writes The Times.
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