Weighted blankets can be great for anxious individuals who need some reassurance while they sleep because these blankets mimic a technique called deep pressure stimulation—a form of therapy that relaxes the nervous system by putting pressure on the body. This technique can help ease pain and anxiety, and since weighted blankets offer similar pressure to hugs and squeezes, they may make you sleep calmer and more peacefully if you have anxiety, insomnia, or chronic pain. They may also help children with disorders like ADHD and autism.