When my son was born, the first five months he was actually oversleeping. Soon, alarm bells began to go off as his sleeping increased over those months and he was experiencing some other concerning symptoms. In time, we faced many health challenges with him, culminating in an array of diagnoses and eventually he was diagnosed …
Bring out the research nerd in me once again. This question caught my attention. Psychiatrists, therapists and even dentists have been known to use weighted blankets with their patients. So, I delved into peer-reviewed articles and research to see what I could learn Which Came First, the Chicken or the Egg? …or in this case …
Weighted Blankets: Do They Promote Mental Health? Read More »
Let’s face it. Weighted Blankets are an investment. With their emergence into the mainstream market, they are popping up everywhere and in a variety of price ranges that can reach over $350. However, as with many things, all are not created equal. As my father would say, “You can’t expect Cadillac quality at Ford prices.” …
Bring out the research geek in me and I’ll spend hours reading peer-reviewed periodicals, taking notes and assimilating information. Researching Deep Pressure Touch therapy (DPT) was no exception. What is DPT? Deep pressure is the “sensation produced when an individual is hugged, squeezed, stroked or held” and include weighted products, swaddling, and brushing. Occupation therapists …
WHO CAN USE WEIGHTED BLANKETS? With their increase in popularity, people from all demographics are finding comfort and benefits from using weighted blankets. Research studies have shown benefits for people living with sensory issues, traumatic brain injury, chronic pain, mental illness, insomnia, restless legs, PTSD and more2 WHO SHOULD NOT USE WEIGHTED BLANKETS? If user …