In 2025, Bris, a Swedish organization that provides support for children, reported conducting 62,935 supportive conversations, with a notable rise in discussions surrounding violence. While issues such as mental health and family conflicts remain prevalent reasons for children reaching out, the latest report places a particular emphasis on economic vulnerability and violence in the home environment. According to Maria Frisk, there has been a marked increase in conversations concerning violence, signaling an urgent need for attention to this issue.

Economic hardship, though not the primary concern for children contacting Bris, still represents a significant issue, with an average of nearly five conversations per week on this topic. Many children express fears related to the potential loss of their homes or social connections, particularly those tied to extracurricular activities like sports. Frisk highlighted that many children actively seek to improve their situations by taking on jobs during breaks and weekends or by caring for siblings to allow their parents to work, showcasing their resilience and responsibility.

However, Bris's conversations also reveal some children resorting to illegal or destructive methods to acquire money. Instances of shoplifting, for example, demonstrate the pressures children face in their attempts to navigate difficult economic conditions. This dual narrative of resilience and desperation underscores the need for broader societal interventions to address the underlying issues of economic insecurity and domestic violence affecting young people in Sweden.