"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, to check in with yourself and work out why you're feeling like you do. Sometimes there's an obvious explanation, sometimes there isn't. I think that idea that mental health crisis is temporary [is important] you can have a strong mental health crisis moment but it will pass."
"we need more male role models to talk about their mental health publicly, to help other men do the same and make open discussions second nature to us all."
"And if we talk about that more, and educate people more, then hopefully the idea of suicide keeps being pushed further and further away. Because you know that tomorrow, you might wake up and you might feel very different."
Male suicide in the UK is characterized as a national catastrophe that requires urgent attention. Increasing the visibility of male role models speaking publicly about mental health can help normalize emotional openness among men. Regular self-reflection and checking in with one’s emotions are recommended, with the recognition that mental health crises can be temporary and pass. Mental health charities provide important stepping stones through difficult moments. Suicide was the leading cause of death for people aged 20 to 34 in England and Wales in 2024. A £1m Royal Foundation contribution will support a National Suicide Prevention Network.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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