Every year, 1 out of 150 children is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) also known as autism. Having autism makes it a challenge to socialize, communicate and cause the development of certain repetitive behaviours. Over time and through years and years of research, many types of therapy have been developed, tried and tested. A form of therapy that has been found to be very effective is having deep pressure therapy using bean bag chairs for a person diagnosed with autism.

What is Deep Pressure Therapy?

Bean bag therapy or deep pressure therapy allows a person with autism to feel the appropriate amount of pressure that stimulates their nervous system and eventually promotes calming feelings. Deep pressure therapy or bean bag therapy has been found to be most rewarding especially when a child with autism is expressing violent behaviours. Having bean bag furniture in your home helps calm them down and prevents them from hurting themselves when these episodes happen.

Why Bean Bags?

Bean bag chairs are filled with foam, beans or beads to take their shape. This type of material provides safety and at the same time the pressure that children with autism needs. Anyone who has experiences with patients with autism knows that one other important thing other than the appropriate therapy is also providing a safe space to make sure gifted patients don’t hurt his/herself.

Bean Bags and Special Needs Education

Bean bags have become a very popular choice of teaching tool for SPED instructors and parents. People with autism have a sensory disconnect with the things and people around them. The goal is to make them more aware. Unlike using hard wooden, plastic and metal chairs, bean bag chairs allow one to take a more free form when sitting down. In a way, the child or an adult with autism does not feel restricted. Bean bags are a great way to tap into a child’s imagination. Ask them to help out in rearranging bean bags around the room or have them play pretend using the bean bags.

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Final Thoughts

Any parent with a child diagnosed with autism would do anything to provide the best care and to help them manage the condition. While Ambien Lounger products are great for normal everyday use, it is heartwarming to know that our products do more than provide both style and comfort for homes and other establishments.

Deep pressure therapy using bean bags has been found to be one of the most effective ways to manage autism. Whether you decide to fill your home with bean-filled furniture from chairs, tables or pillows, there will always be something from Ambient Lounge.