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Further to my posts on the Vayu vest and the Snug Vest, there is another adjustable deep pressure vest that has recently come out: the Squease vest. Made by a small British company, the product is marketed as an aid in controlling a special needs individual’s anxiety…

…“The vest is inflated by squeezing a hand pump, allowing the wearer to regulate and apply soothing pressure in everyday situations that may lead to anxiety, stress or sensory overload - whether that is at home, at school, or on-the-move,” say its makers…

This is similar to what Tina Champagne, one of the people behind the Vayu vest, has said about that particular vest:

…“The most profound thing I found so far is it’s helped the majority of children–no matter what the problem they come in with–regulate their emotions”…

Indeed mention is made in testimonials for the Squease vest of the ability of the vest to help in the control of anxiety and the resulting behaviours that can result in Autistics such as meltdowns and tantrums. See below for some examples…

RICHARD
I am a young man. I live in a studio flat where there is support 24 hours a day. I am often anxious.
…Because I do not always understand my environment it can be very stressful. I cannot cope with busy environments. Sometimes my head feels like it is going to explode - there is so much going on - which causes problems.

After consultation with my key worker, I have tried a Squease vest. When I wore the vest, I felt relaxed and calm. When I become anxious, I increase the pressure. I like it when the vest is very tight around my body; it makes me feel calmer and I can handle everything better.…

MARIJE, ADULT WITH AUTISM
…I have worn the garment whilst driving my car (always a very stressful activity), which resulted in me being very relaxed. I have also worn the Squease jacket before going into a meeting. Normally an activity that I get over-stimulated from, but now I could calmly sit through the entire meeting…

(sources: Inflatable deep pressure vest gives you a hug, could help Autism sufferers; Company faces growing pains; product for autistic children still too costly - BostonHerald.com; Testimonials-SQUEASE)