Weighted Blankets for Adults and Children made with Glass Beads and Cotton - May be Helpful as a Tool in Therapy for Anxiety, Depression, and Autism

Sometimes called gravity blankets or compression blankets, weighted blankets are emerging as one of the hottest items in bedding. It works by helping increase the long-term, feel-good neurotransmitter serotonin. Those with high stress levels may find their stress soothed by the heavy weight on their bodies, which many people find to be a helpful alternative to medication to help with sleep or stress. Preliminary research indicates that weighted blankets may assist in grounding an individual to the "here and now", helping to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Additionally, children with autism have been shown to show improvement with the assistance of a weighted blanket.Weighted blankets are designed to be worn on the legs and midsection, pressing the wearer into the mattress or floor. It can take several nights to get used to the heaviness on one's body. It's normal to feel uncomfortable and restless. However, you can adjust how much of your body is covered by the blanket to best suit your needs. As you adjust to the heavy blanket, you'll start to feel its calming effects, providing you additional comfort for a sound night's sleep.Use it as a comforter or a throw blanket when you need it most. If you have trouble sleeping, you’ll notice that this weighted blanket will help you sleep better and receive quality rest when you sleep with this blanket. Those who sleep restlessly and trouble falling and staying asleep may find a weighted blanket gets them to sleep soundly through the night!