Experiences of Using Weighted Blankets among Children with ADHD and Sleeping Difficulties

Table 2

The subcategories and categories describing children’s experiences of using weighted blankets.

Children’s experiences of using weighted blankets
Subcategories	Categories
Adjusting to needs and preferences	Using the weighted blanket requires commitment
Adapting to the environment
Feeling calm	Using the weighted blanket improves emotional regulation
Feeling safe
Creating new routines for sleep	Using the weighted blanket changes sleeping patterns
Improving sleep quality
Promoting daily functioning	Using the weighted blanket promotes everyday participation
Balancing activity and sleep