The Swedish government plans significant investments in psychiatric care, proposing billions in funding to improve specialized services and support for those with harmful use and dependency issues. A national commission to investigate suicides is also set to be established.
Swedish Government Allocates Billions to Enhance Psychiatric Care
Swedish Government Allocates Billions to Enhance Psychiatric Care
The government proposes several investments in psychiatric care in the autumn budget. – "No one should face a closed door or be discharged too early," says Social Minister Jakob Forssmed.
The proposal includes a substantial investment in specialized psychiatric care for adults, allocating 1.5 billion SEK for 2025 and 2026, and 1.2 billion SEK for 2027.
– "Regions should increase care capacity and strengthen acute psychiatric units," says Sweden Democrats' group leader Linda Lindberg at a press conference.
Additionally, a reform is proposed to provide better care and support for individuals with harmful use, dependency, and comorbidity. 50 million SEK is allocated for 2026.
Moreover, a national commission to investigate suicides will be established, with 40 million SEK allocated for its operation in 2025.