Why Do We Sleep Under Blankets, Even on the Hottest Nights? (2017)

Re:Why Do We Sleep Under Blankets, Even on the Hottest Night... by zamber on Tuesday February 27, 2018 @11:36AM (#16475053)

I recall hearing about weighted blankets used as a way to help kids with sleeping issues.

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As one more example of the goodness of blankets, there has also been a decent amount of research about the calming effect of weighted blankets, which can weigh up to 30 pounds. Studies indicate that they can curb anxiety and even be used in the treatment of autism.

This triggered my memory. I heard it helped kids with Aspargers and ADHD too.

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Re:Why Do We Sleep Under Blankets, Even on the Hottest Night... by lallysingh on Tuesday February 27, 2018 @01:02PM (#16476084)

Reminds me of Thundershirts - basically vests you put on small dogs or cats - to give them a bit of compression to help them feel better.

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