The Swedish government, led by Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, has initiated a push to improve psychiatric risk assessments with the aim of preventing dangerous individuals from committing acts of violence, particularly against women. This comes in the wake of several high-profile incidents where women have been murdered by men they did not know. Kristersson emphasized this initiative during a press conference following the first meeting of the Council for Women's Safety, indicating a strong commitment to addressing lethal violence against women.

As part of this initiative, the government has tasked the National Board of Health and Welfare with developing support methods for risk assessments so that psychiatry can enhance its efforts in preventing, assessing, and managing the risks posed by patients who may harm others. This approach highlights a significant focus on moving from policy discussions to actionable measures that protect vulnerable populations, especially women at risk of violence.

Additionally, the Health and Social Care Inspectorate (IVO) will conduct a review of current practices surrounding risk assessments in involuntary psychiatric care and forensic psychiatry. This review will help to identify gaps in existing protocols and improve the overall safety and assessment processes within the psychiatric care system, aiming to create a more proactive stance against potential violent incidents in the community.