Weighted Blanket for ADHD Sleep Problems in Children
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a weighted blanket—a blanket filled with small beads that provides gentle pressure—helps children with ADHD sleep better. Researchers want to see if this simple tool can improve sleep when used alongside regular sleep habits.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 5 and 12 years old
- Your child has been diagnosed with ADHD
- Your child has participated in a sleep hygiene program (learning good sleep habits) within the past 6 months
- If your child takes ADHD or sleep medication, the dose has been stable for at least 2 weeks
- Your family speaks Danish well enough to understand and follow the study instructions
- Your child has not used a weighted blanket in the past 3 months
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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