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Unlike the Beagle scarf-hoodie, SQUEASE is a jacket kinda haven for folks with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Fashionable and with-it, the jacket allows the wearer to apply deep pressure to their body, so that they can calm themselves and get over the sudden rush of anxiety. The integrated headphones reduce the sound level of high frequency noises like alarm bells or the sound of chairs scraping on a floor; soothing those with hypersensitive hearing. A comfortable cocoon for those with ASD, the SQUEASE is a smart looking jacket and not just therapy aid.
Designers: Sheraz Arif, Andy Brand, Menno Kroezen & Katrien Ploegmakers
15 Comments »
Bernard says
Great relevant design!
Bep says
…why is the kid wearing old man shoes…?
Raya says
My child with ASD will only were loafers- it is a fit/ comfort thing.
Adam says
My parents are both behavioral therapists and specialize in ASD. This is a great design addressing an incredibly key concept for ASD patients. Current weight vests are akin to life preservers or those lead vests they use when you get x-rays.
This solution could potentially increase the mainstream functioning of ASD patients in society, as well as decrease the burden on the mental health system and families of ASD patients.
Nate says
Where can I get one?
Izaak Mohling says
Good luck getting an autistic kid to use one. When I was little, my parents were barely able to get a lead vest on me, and had to resort to things more like weighted blankets.
Raya says
Please tell me where to get one. My ASD child just saw this video and desperately wants one. – Most days he wants to wear his hoodies- and this would be awesome for him.
Thanks
Raya
Katrien says
Hi Raya,
Unfortunatelly the garment is not for sale yet. We are working hard to get the project tot he next level. We are always interested to get feedback from teenagers and parents to improve the design. Let me know when you’re interested to get involved.
Take care, Katrien
nadja janssens says
can you stay in touch to let us know when en where the jacket for childeren with ads will be fore sale. thanks Nadja
Kateleen says
My son, teenager of 15 with ASD, told me this morning he had found the jacket he would wear (because he’s never willing to wear a jacket). A problem we’ve to deal with every year (and again winter is coming)
If you’re still looking for feedback from an ASD-teenager, my son is interested to support the project.
Can you please keep us informed about the project-evolution.
Ellen says
Please keep us posted when the jacket will be for sale. (Or the head-set seperatly).
We travel a lot and airport-noises, stations, restrooms etc. keep on being a reasons for distressed feelings.
thx
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