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Prince William Calls Male Suicide Rates a 'National Catastrophe'

2/18/2026

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Prince William described male suicide rates in the UK as a 'national catastrophe' on BBC Radio 1’s Life Hacks.
He called for more male role models to discuss mental health openly.
He said mental health crises can be temporary and noted his own emotional struggles.
The Royal Foundation will invest £1 million to create a National Suicide Prevention Network with several charities.
Professor Green contributed, emphasizing open conversations about mental health.

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Prince William described male suicide rates in the UK as a 'national catastrophe' on BBC Radio 1’s Life Hacks.
He called for more male role models to discuss mental health openly.
He said mental health crises can be temporary and noted his own emotional struggles.
The Royal Foundation will invest £1 million to create a National Suicide Prevention Network with several charities.
Professor Green contributed, emphasizing open conversations about mental health.