Weighted Blankets for Autism: Reducing Anxiety and Providing a Good Night’s Sleep

Is it a struggle for your child with autism to relax and fall asleep? A therapeutic weighted blanket, also known as a sensory blanket, may be what your child needs to help reduce anxiety. Weighted blankets can help bring a sense of calm. Learn how anxiety and sleep dysregulation can affect children with autism. Find out the consequences of sleep deprivation, and guidelines for weighted blankets.