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Prince Harry Reveals He 'Slipped into Depression' After Relocating to Canada

Prince Harry Reveals He 'Slipped into Depression' After Relocating to Canada

Oct 09, 2026 - 00:38
Harry says he 'slipped into depression' during royal exit
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Key Highlights

  • Prince Harry reveals he 'slipped into depression' after relocating to Canada in 2019.
  • Duke of Sussex discusses prolonged period of feeling 'emotionally numb' following mother's death.
  • Prince Harry's mental health journey has been well-documented in recent years.

Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, has opened up about his mental health journey, sharing that he experienced a two-week period of depression following his relocation to Canada in 2019, a move that ultimately led to his decision to settle in the US.

Following a recent return to the UK with his family, the duke has spoken candidly about his decision to leave the country. His departure, initially intended to provide some distance, was also motivated by a desire to address his mental health. The duke has acknowledged a prolonged period of emotional numbing.

Stemming from the loss of his mother. Diana, Princess of Wales, an experience he describes as leaving him feeling disloyal and guilty about the possibility of experiencing happiness without her.

Prince Harry's mental health journey has been well-documented in recent years. With the couple stepping back from royal duties to move to California with Meghan. The Duchess of Sussex, they have been vocal about their desire to prioritize their mental well-being.

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The duke's latest revelations have sparked interest in his experiences with grief and depression, particularly in the context of his mother's passing.

File photo dated 06/09/97 of Prince Charles (now King Charles III), Earl Spencer, Prince Harry and Prince William walk slowly behind the funeral cortege of Diana, the Princess of Wales at her funeral at Westminster Abbey. All four bow their heads and wear dark suits, with bouquets of flowers visible on railings behind.
Image caption, Prince Harry said he struggled to process his grief for years after the death of his mother Diana, Princess of Wales

Prince Harry's decision to speak out about his mental health has been welcomed by fans and mental health advocates. The couple's return to the UK has also raised questions about the future of their relationship with their brother. Prince William, who has also been open about his own mental health struggles.

The two princes have previously been candid about their mental health, including their experiences following the death of their mother, Princess Diana.

Prince Harry's return to the UK has also sparked speculation about the couple's plans for their future. With Prince Archie, seven, and Princess Lilibet, five, in tow, the family is thought to be living in the Cotswolds. The couple's decision to return to the UK has been seen as a significant development.

With many wondering if it will mark a new chapter in their relationship with their brother and the rest of the royal family.

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As Prince Harry navigates his mental health journey, he is not alone. His wife, Meghan, has also been open about her own struggles with mental health, and the couple has been vocal about their desire to prioritize their well-being.

With their return to the UK, the couple is taking a significant step towards healing and rebuilding their lives, both individually and as a family.

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