What is fear ?
Fear is the body's natural response to threat or tension. The heart beats faster, breathing quickens, and the body prepares to flee or fight. When this response persists too often or for too long, the nervous system becomes exhausted and persistent anxiety develops.
Who will be affected ?
Families and young people
Families and young people
School pressure, social tension or performance pressure increase feelings of anxiety — especially in young people who are sensitive to stimuli.
Workers and students
Workers and students
Long-term stress, deadlines or responsibilities can lead to worrying thoughts and a feeling of constant tension.
People with trauma or loss experiences
People with trauma or loss experiences
With previous traumatic events, the body reacts more quickly to stimuli, making it more difficult to reduce anxiety.
Adults in stressful life phases
Adults in stressful life phases
In times of separation, illness, or changes in work or environment, anxiety can build up due to a loss of control and security.
Why does fear arise so quickly ?
The brain's fear center—the amygdala—responds to any potentially dangerous signal. Even innocuous stimuli can activate this system, causing heart rate and breathing to increase. During prolonged stress, this system remains overactive, making relaxation difficult. Recovery requires signals of safety—rest, warmth, and deep pressure help the body calm down.
When do you notice the signals most strongly?
How can you bring more peace ? (4 steps)
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Calmly approach the person
Use a soft voice and move slowly. Avoid quick gestures and give yourself time to react.
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Grab the Hugsback weighted plush toy
The deep pressure and gentle texture help calm the nervous system, sending the body a signal of safety.
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Create a calm environment
Reduce bright light and noise. The cuddly toy works best in a stimulating environment.
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Stay present and give space
Peace doesn't come instantly. Silence, closeness, and a gentle touch are often more powerful than words.
In domestic moments of tension
During daily tension, Hugsback helps relax body and mind. The gentle pressure brings stability and calm.
In stressful or social situations
On the go or in company, the cuddly toy offers support. Its recognizable shape relieves tension and restores control.
In quiet moments of recovery
After a period of anxiety, the added pressure helps to release tension and regain confidence
What does Hugsback help with anxiety?
Discover in which situations our weighted cuddly toys make the biggest difference — from moments of anxiety and tension to gentle periods of recovery and emotional calm.
Scientific substantiation
Proven support for anxiety and tension
Research results at a glance :
48%
immediately felt less anxiety after applying increased pressure (Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, 2020).
65%
experienced less heart rate increase during stressful situations (Anxiety & Depression Association, 2021).
53%
felt more secure in social situations after using weighted toys (Behavioral Therapy Review, 2022).
Results based on clinical research into anxiety regulation through deep pressure.
Experiences : more calmness in times of tension and anxiety
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