Calming pressure vest for people with autism
TEAM: Sheraz Arif, Andy Brand, Katrien Ploegmakers, Monique Nagelkerke
SUMMARY
Squease is a therapeutic garment that helps individuals with autism unable to cope with many aspects of daily life because they are overwhelmed by anxiety, stress and sensory overload. By using deep pressure in a discreet, portable way the vest is able to alleviate the wearers stress without medication allowing them to self manage their anxiety. Unlike weighted products, the garment is easy to get on and off can be worn all day and is available for relief when required.
