Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have broken their silence on the pressing issues of cyber abuse and early signs of suicide in a new interview.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, in a clip from their interview with CBC anchor Jane PauleyThey discuss the critical need for parents to protect their children from online harm. They also share personal reflections on their experiences with their children, Prince Archie, five, and Princess Lilibet, three. The full interview will air on Sunday.
The Duchess expressed her paternal instincts by saying: “Our children are small, they are three and five years old.“They are amazing, but all we want to do as parents is protect them.”
Meghan went on to highlight her commitment to positive change: “We can see what is happening in the online space. We know there is a lot of work to be done there and we are happy to be able to be a part of making a change for the better.”
Pauley mentioned the importance of children having someone to turn to when they need help. Harry responded by emphasizing the role of parents: “In this point, We have reached a stage where almost all parents must be the first to respond.”
She stressed the difficulty parents have in recognising the signs of a serious mental disorder: “Even the best first responders in the world wouldn’t be able to spot the signs of a possible suicide. That’s the scary part of it all.”
The Duke and Duchess’ comments draw attention to the urgent need for greater awareness and proactive measures to protect children from the dangers of cyber abuse and to identify the early signs of mental health crises. Their candid conversation aims to inspire other parents to be vigilant and proactive in addressing these critical issues.
By sharing their personal experiences and perspectives, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle hope to foster greater understanding of the impact of cyberbullying on children and the importance of mental health awareness. Their interview is a call to action for parents, educators and policymakers to prioritise the safety and wellbeing of young people in an increasingly digital world.