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Infant Development and Preterm Care Audiology

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The effectiveness of weighted blankets on sleep and everyday activities – A retrospective follow-up study of children and adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and/or autism spectrum disorder

Vedrana Bolic Baric, Sofie Skuthälla, Malin Pettersson, Per Gustafsson, Anette Kjellberg
Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy Summary & key facts 2021 24 citations

This retrospective study asked 85 people with ADHD and/or autism who had been prescribed weighted blankets about their sleep and daily routines. The participants reported that the blankets helped them fall asleep, sleep through the night, and relax during the day. Many also said their morning and evening routines (going…

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Children's Physical and Motor Development Infant Development and Preterm Care
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