ramennoodles

Has anyone ever heard of using weighted blankets for insomnia? I stumbled upon an article yesterday about vets with PTSD using them with great results. I then did an internet search on the subject and found more articles. Looks promising. I'm thinking about investing in one and giving it a try.

I tried to post links to the articles, but apparently I don't have enough posts on this forum to do this.

Anna

I haven't tried it, but I like the sound of it.

pine

What is your cause of insomnia?

If I recall why I didn't sleep well some nights in last week:
- Drinking too little water - being dehydrated - adrenaline raise - being excited instead of sleepy
- Drinking too much water in the evening - needed to get up several times then
- Too little mental or physical effort at a certain day - I just didn't need the rest then
- Thinking too much at night

ramennoodles

My long-term insomnia is mostly the result of depression and anxiety.

alphaomega

I use one every single night. It has helped so much. It's worth the investment believe me.

ramennoodles

Alphaomega,

Can you tell me a bit about your insomnia issues before using the weighted blanket?

alphaomega

Sure !

I have generalized anxiety disorder - and the blanket helps to ground me and make me feel more secure. My neighbors young daughter has insomnia (I think anxiety related as well) and its helping her as well.

ramennoodles

Thanks for this info! I have GAD, too. It's one of the reasons I started drinking in the first place. Anxiety is a terrible disease to deal with.

Soberpotamus

I sleep with a heavy comforter and blankets for the feeling of security. It's a must for me. Can't fall asleep without the weight. It's extremely comforting. I don't sleep in clothes unless it's really cold, and so the sheets must be smooth, dense, high thread count cotton. It's not snobbery, it's a texture preference that I've gotten so used to, it's very hard to sleep any other way.

Soberwolf

Never heard of this either, thank you

ramennoodles

Here are the articles I mentioned earlier in this thread...

Veterans Are Fighting the War on Sleep | Motherboard

http://undergroundhealthreporter.com...#axzz3yD6cjoS6

Fervor

This is great. It's kind of similar to swadling. I have found recently that sleeping with my slippers on or burrowing under a feather comforter helps me drift off better. Not so much the weight, for me, but it makes sense.

X

Soberwolf

Welcome FZ

Live

never heard of this but I sleep under 2 top sheets and 2 comforters in a chilly room. I like the weight, it seems to help on a number of levels. I guess I just stumbled upon it for myself.

notgonnadrinknm

Hi, I just ordered one, but haven't used it yet. Have you tried it? Did it help ?

Wholesome

Thanks you this information! My son suffers from insomnia and it really affects his mood and quality of life. I will order him a weighted blanket today.

Soberwolf

I think il be investing in one thank you

Sunbeam

I've heard these recommended for people with sensory processing issues, sometimes with good success. You might need to Google this concept, information is out there.

notgonnadrinknm

I used the weighted blanket I ordered for the first time last night and got the worst night of sleep I've gotten in a long time.

TalenCrowhaven

I've always loved a cold room and heavy blankets/bags/comforters. It's like a warm, secure hug... while breathing clean air.

I am also most likely on the autism spectrum and extremely touch/temp sensative. Light touch is irritating, and being overheated feels suffocating. In order for me to experience the heavier touch (covers), I must reduce the room temp and have fresh, circulating air.