Region Dalarna's mental health initiative for children, launched in mid-January 2026, has reportedly failed to deliver on its promise of faster and simpler help for young people with psychological issues. According to SVT Dalarna, at least 77 parents who called the 'En väg in' (A Way In) project were told that assessment slots were already full for the day. The project, which promised initial assessment appointments within three days according to its project description, has reportedly been unable to meet this target due to understaffing.
' Private BUP clinics contracted by Region Dalarna have expressed concerns about patient safety during the project's initial weeks, noting that many incoming calls could not be properly assessed. A total of 632 calls reportedly came in during the project's early period, overwhelming the available resources.
not being able to meet the demand is 'unfortunate'