Deep touch pressure is often used in a similar way to weighted blankets to help people with sensory processing difficulties. Some studies suggest a benefit for autistic children, but a 2016 ...

It applies deep pressure, or deep touch pressure (DTP), as does hugging, holding, swaddling, and stroking. This pressure ...

Evenly distributed weight calms the nervous system through deep-touch pressure stimulation, according to research. Weighted blankets use this principle, as do other calming textiles like ...