I do this. And recently I read of another person doing it because of their anxiety. So, I'm wondering if it's common among anxious people?

I do it because I like the comfort I feel from the pressure of my weight on my stomach. If I lie on my back I almost feel exposed and like I have too much room in my bed. I still have a cuddly toy in my bed to press against.

This interests me as well because craving pressure is something I've heard is common among people with ASD. Is there a crossover? Like people with ASD do anxious people have a greater need for pressure and the endorphins it releases? Could anxious people benefit from weighted blankets?

Thank you
And I'm sorry if I'm way off the mark and have offended anyone with my ignorance about such things