On October 10, 2025, a particularly significant event took place in the Spanish capital. As part of World Mental Health Day, an institutional meeting was held, organized by the Confederation of Mental Health Spain. The central figure of the event was Her Majesty the Queen, whose participation elevated the meeting’s status and drew nationwide attention to one of today’s most pressing issues.
This year, the main theme of all discussions was stated with utmost honesty and openness: the recognition of human vulnerability as a common starting point for building a system of mutual support. Organizers proposed shifting the focus from pathologizing conditions to understanding that emotional challenges are a part of the human experience. The idea is to stop viewing emotional fragility as a weakness and instead foster empathy and solidarity, creating a safe space for dialogue.
Doña Letizia’s presence was far from a mere formality. For many years, she has been an active and consistent advocate for destigmatizing issues related to mental well-being. Through her example and public appearances, she helps ensure that this topic ceases to be a taboo in society. Her genuine interest in expert reports and engagement with event participants once again demonstrated the depth of her commitment to a problem that affects absolutely everyone, regardless of social status.
The relevance of this agenda is hard to overstate. Spanish society, like many others around the world, continues to feel the aftermath of recent global upheavals, while also facing new challenges from the digital age and economic pressures. There is growing recognition that investing in psychological support and education is not a cost, but an investment in a healthy and sustainable future for the nation. The event in Madrid served as a platform to discuss specific steps, from improving access to qualified care to implementing educational programs in schools and workplaces.
Thus, the meeting held under royal patronage sent a powerful message to society as a whole. It served as a reminder of the need to protect not only the physical, but also the mental well-being of citizens. The call for joint protection of mental health, based on the acceptance of one’s own vulnerability, resonated strongly and will undoubtedly give new momentum to the development of support services across Spain.
