Intervention With Weighted Blankets for Children With ADHD and Sleep Problems: Implementation and Effectiveness

Intervention With Weighted Blankets for Children With ADHD and Sleep Problems: Implementation and Effectiveness

The aim is to study a sleep intervention with weighted blankets in children with ADHD and sleep problems regarding 1) short- and long-term effects on sleep and health-related outcomes in comparison with standard treatment (melatonin), 2) barriers and facilitators to implementation in routine clinical practice, and 3) health-economic outcomes.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Children diagnosed with ADHD (DSM-5) and sleep problems (defined by screening instrument).
• Being a patient at child and adolescent mental health service (CAMHS) in Region Halland, Sweden.