Summary:
- Weighted blankets are designed to provide deep pressure stimulation, which can have a calming effect and may help reduce anxiety, insomnia, and other conditions.
- Research has shown that weighted blankets can improve sleep quality and reduce anxiety in both children and adults, though the effects can vary from person to person.
- The weight of the blanket should be approximately 10% of the user's body weight, and it's important to choose a blanket that is comfortable and not too heavy.