# Luke Humphries: Opening up on mental health was best choice I ever made

By Simon Gunning — 2026-09-10

Simon Gunning, chief executive officer of Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM), has hailed darts player Luke Humphries after the world number two opened up about his mental health struggles on World Suicide Prevention Day.

He said: “It’s hard to overstate the impact these stories have.

“We know from people calling our helpline that someone like Luke sharing their experience can be the turning point they need to seek help.

“What Luke has achieved on the board is extraordinary, but his willingness to speak openly about his mental health is creating a different kind of legacy.

“He’s giving people permission to open up when they’re struggling, and that ripple effect is profound.”

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