Roman Kemp will front a candid new documentary about mental health and suicide in young men.
Roman Kemp
The radio DJ - who was left heartbroken after his colleague and friend Joe Lyons tragically died last summer - will front 'Our Silent Emergency' on BBC Three, which sees him exploring why increasing numbers of men are taking their own lives, and why so many aren't asking for help.
He said in a statement: "There is a growing mental health crisis going on right now, and without the right support, the results can be tragic.
"I hope that by making this documentary for BBC Three we can bring attention to a subject that is affecting thousands of young men across the country, and show that there are ways to reach those who are suffering and need our help.”
The special one hour programme will look at ways to encourage people to seek help, as well as preventative action which needs to be taken, and the lasting impact mental health and suicide can have on friends and families.
Fiona Campbell - Controller, BBC Three - commented: “Because mental health is such an important issue for our audience, we feel it is our duty at BBC Three to continue making films on the subject in the hope that we can offer solutions and provide some help for people who are struggling.
"This will be a really difficult film for Roman to make and we owe him and everyone else involved a huge thank you for putting trust in us to tell their stories.”
And executive producer Nic Patten added: "The impact of the mental health crisis on this country’s younger generation is devastating, both on those who are struggling and their friends, peers and families.
"We are extremely grateful to Roman and everyone taking part, for bravely making a film that encourages a conversation around this urgent and crucial issue.”