(CNN) After my sister gave me a weighted blanket for Christmas, it became the gift that I didn't know I needed. Who can use themPeople have shared their fondness for weighted blankets in studies and online, but people with the same psychiatric disorders may not have the same relaxing experiences with weighted blankets. A weighted blanket's calming abilities may help to regulate breathing, but some health professionals are hesitant to recommend weighted blankets to people with obstructive sleep apnea, asthma or other respiratory conditions. Children should be assessed by occupational therapists or pediatricians before they try weighted blankets, as many weighted blankets haven't been tested for the effectiveness and safety for children. What to know when looking for a weighted blanketIf you're looking for a weighted blanket, there are multiple options in terms of weight, materials and size.

Source: CNN January 27, 2021 08:34 UTC