{"id":20454,"date":"2021-08-05T17:21:11","date_gmt":"2021-08-05T09:21:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fcosy.com\/?p=20454"},"modified":"2021-08-05T17:31:45","modified_gmt":"2021-08-05T09:31:45","slug":"best-weighted-blankets-to-ease-stress-and-anxiety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fcosy.com\/index.php\/best-weighted-blankets-to-ease-stress-and-anxiety\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Weighted Blankets to Ease Stress and Anxiety"},"content":{"rendered":"

Best Weighted Blankets to Ease Stress and Anxiety<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Weighted blankets are the trendiest way to help poor sleepers get a good night’s rest. They were first introduced by occupational therapists as treatment for behavioral disorders, but are now more mainstream for anyone who wants to relax. Experts refer to it as “deep-pressure therapy” \u2013 the idea is that\u00a0the pressure from the blanket can increase serotonin, a chemical in your body that makes you feel happy and calm.<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0It’s not intended to cure any medical conditions, but it\u2019s become a popular way for anxiety-suffers, insomniacs, and self-proclaimed “bad sleepers” to get some shut eye.<\/p>\n

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The\u00a0experts at the\u00a0Good Housekeeping Institute\u00a0review\u00a0bedding\u00a0and\u00a0sleep-improvement products\u00a0on a regular basis. To pick the best weighted blankets, the fiber scientists in the Textiles Lab considered the materials used, weight distribution (so the beads don\u2019t just clump to each side), innovative features, and washability. We sent weighted blankets home with real consumer testers to try them out for added feedback. Below, you\u2019ll find everything you need to know about picking out your ideal weight, plus our top picks for the best weighted blankets.<\/p>\n

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Do weighed blankets really work?<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Yes; experts advise there are real\u00a0benefits to using a weighted blanket. “There is recent research suggesting they can help reduce or relieve anxiety,” shares\u00a0Christine Rocchio Mueller, Occupational Therapist at Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. Rocchio Mueller also says they can help people who may not consider themselves anxious, yet still suffer from insomnia or sleep disturbances: “A weighted blanket might provide just enough physiological calm that it helps them relax to fall asleep.”<\/p>\n

Many users describe the sensation of lying under a weighted blanket as feeling like a hug. According to Rocchio Mueller, “It is one of the most natural things to reach and hug a family member or friend when they are upset or anxious. While a hug might not solve all your problems, it often helps you feel better by calming your body which then allows you to think a little bit clearer.”<\/p>\n

Weighted blankets have been around for a while, but they’re now widely available with many options to choose from. Just keep in mind that they’re pricier than regular throw blankets \u2014 most range from $100 to $200.<\/p>\n

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How heavy should a weighted blanket be?<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n

For adults, the blankets themselves are heavy, but not so heavy that you\u2019ll feel like you\u2019re being crushed under them. The blankets are typically filled with tiny glass or plastic beads to provide the pressure. Glass beads are most popular because they’re more dense than plastic pellets. Here’s how to pick:<\/p>\n