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Prince Harry Reveals Depression After Moving to Canada
Prince Harry described slipping into depression for two weeks after relocating from the U.K. to Canada in 2019.
In brief
Prince Harry described slipping into depression for two weeks after relocating from the U.K. to Canada in 2019. Prince Harry experienced a two-week depression period following his move to Canada in 2019, citing an adrenaline crash and grief over his mother's death. Originally reported by Nationalpost.
Prince Harry's Mental Health
Prince Harry revealed he slipped into depression for two weeks after moving to Canada from the U.K. in 2019.
“I actually slipped into depression for about two weeks. I felt like I couldn't function without the adrenaline.”
Adrenaline Crash After Move
Harry described an adrenaline crash after leaving his life in Britain behind, leaving him unable to function without it.
“I felt like I couldn't function without the adrenaline.”
Grief Over Princess Diana
Harry felt emotionally numb after his mother's death, believing he was disloyal and guilty for being happy without her.
“I felt 'emotionally numb' after the death of my mother, Princess Diana, because I felt 'disloyal and guilty for the possibility of being happy and joyful without her.'”
MasterClass Course
Harry participated in a MasterClass course titled 'Redefining Grief: Building Resilience Through Loss' to process his grief.
“The course explores the effects of grief on the brain and body through Harry’s experience of losing his mother.”
Therapist's Advice
A neuroscientist suggested Harry spray Princess Diana’s perfume to unlock memories and process grief.
“A therapist suggested he spray Diana’s perfume to 'unlock everything.'”
Return to UK
Harry and Meghan returned to the U.K. with their children after six years in the U.S., ending their royal duties.
“Harry and Meghan announced they were returning to the UK with their children Prince Archie, seven, and Princess Lilibet, five, after six years in the U.S.”
What it means
Prince Harry experienced a two-week depression period following his move to Canada in 2019, citing an adrenaline crash and grief over his mother's death.
