The Duchess of Cambridge has delivered an emotional speech about the importance of supporting children’s mental health.
Kate visited the Head Teacher School Conference in London where she delivered a rare speech to gathered teachers.
“I often get asked why I decided to spend time highlighting the mental health of children,” said the Duchess. “My answer might be similar to many of yours.”
“I was lucky,” said the 33-year-old. “My parents and teachers provided me with a wonderful and secure childhood where I always knew I was loved, valued and listened to.
“But of course many children are not so lucky. Since beginning my work in areas like addiction, for example, I have seen time and time again that the roots of poor mental health in adulthood are almost always present in unresolved childhood challenges.”
The mother-of-two added that it’s not just children from unstable homes that are at risk, but children from “safe, stable” homes, as well.

Left: The Duchess at a premiere in 2012. Right: In the same dress at the Head Teacher School Conference in 2015.
The Duchess attended the event in an outfit from 2012.
She first wore the NZ$2350 embellished Matthew Williamson dress with complimentary clutch and pumps to the premiere of African Cats in 2012.