16 Gifts For People With Anxiety, From Weighted Blankets to Journals

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Updated on Dec 16, 2024 at 12:03 PM

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For people with anxiety, sometimes the best gift is one that'll help with rest, relaxation, and decompression. If you're looking for gifts for people with anxiety — whether they're having a hard time right now, or just looking to de-stress in their everyday life — there's plenty of calming self-care products to choose from. The biggest challenge is finding items that are both functional and gift-able. Luckily, we've got you covered.

We rounded up some of the best gifts for people with anxiety, featuring tried-and-true recommendations from PS editors, and product reviews from actual shoppers. With a list of everything from weighted blankets to supplements for stress, these gifts are specifically made to promote relaxation, encourage self-care, and bolster overall well-being. Read on to shop picks that'll help friends, family members, and loved ones get through tough times. You might even find something for yourself, while you're at it.

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Best Sensory Gift For Anxiety

Therapy Dough ($15-$20)

Therapy Dough is a great way to let out frustrations in a physical and tactical way, but it also makes for a cute (and affordable) stocking stuffer. Plus, these are infused with essential oils for a multi-sensorial experience. Choose between lavender, orange, eucalyptus, and north wood pine.

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Best Tea For People With Anxiety

Vahdam Assorted Herbal Tea Variety Pack ($20)

Tea lovers will definitely appreciate this assorted herbal tea set. It contains 36 tea bags total, with six different variants: hibiscus rose, pure mint, vedic kadha, turmeric ginger, classic chamomile, and turmeric spiced (all of which are caffeine-free and ultra-calming). You can also get it in a green tea variety pack of a chai variety pack.

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Best Journal For People With AnxietyPS Photography | India Yaffe

Best Journal For People With Anxiety

The Five Minute Journal: A Happier You in 5 Minutes a Day ($29, originally $30)

"The Five Minute Journal" went viral for a reason. Whether they already love journaling, or they're looking to be more mindful, this is a great gift for the high-stress people in your life. With quick and consistent prompts, this journal will help them exercise more gratitude each day. As former PS editor explained in her in-depth The Five Minute Journal review.

Editor Quote: "It's a great way for me to set an intention for my day, start with gratitude, and remind myself of what's really worth prioritizing. I find that when I write down my intentions, I really am more mindful throughout the day, and I use the nighttime prompts as a way to reflect on the good, and bad, parts of my day." - India Yaffe, former associate editor, Shopping

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Best Tension Relief For People With Anxiety

ProsourceFit Acupressure Mat and Pillow Set ($30)

This acupressure mat will help them take a moment to themselves to mentally and physically unwind. The acupressure points on the mat and pillow are designed to ease tension along their back, neck, or anywhere else they'd like to pinpoint. To use, all they have to do is lie down on the ground or their bed.

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Best Sleep Mask For People With Anxiety

Nodpod Gentle Pressure Sleep Mask ($34)

Whether they're traveling, napping, or lounging around at home, this "weighted blanket for your eyes" is sure to help you unwind. It comes in a variety of colors and is specifically designed to accommodate side sleepers. Read more in our editor's  review of the Nodpod sleep mask.

Editor Quote: "My sleep schedule is usually pretty hit or miss: I either sleep like a log or wake up every two hours; there's no in-between. I experienced the former using my Nodpod. As someone who has always wanted a weighted blanket but never truly felt like splurging, this product is a great middle ground." - Murphy Moroney, former associate editor, Family

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Best Craft For People With Anxiety

Lego Icons Orchid Artificial Plant Building Set ($40, originally $50)

This Lego flower set is a fun gift they'll actually use if they like to spend time building, crafting, and solving puzzles. The tactical and mindful gift is perfect for relaxing nights in, where they can customize and arrange the Lego orchids to their liking. The set comes with six large flowers and two newly opened flowers, plus the blue vase.

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Best Planner For People With AnxietyPS Photography | Kyley Warren

Best Planner For People With Anxiety

Hobonichi Techo 2025 Original Book ($40)

If you know someone with high-functioning anxiety, odds are they'd love this highly-rated Hobonichi planner. Besides looking incredibly chic, this planner is also designed to help them plan their day hour-by-hour, so they never feel stressed or underprepared. Check out our in-depth Hobonichi Techo review for more information.

Editor Quote: "It offers four different page views: a zoomed-out look at the entire year, a monthly breakdown, a weekly layout, and a fourth portion, which gives users the chance to break down their daily schedule, with a separate page for each day in the entire year. The journal feels less like a traditional planner and more like a life book that allows me to write out my to-do list down to the hour or even strategize my goals four months in advance. Talk about range." - Kyley Warren, assistant editor, Shopping

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Best Supplement Powder For People With AnxietyPS Photography | Kyley Warren

Best Supplement Powder For People With Anxiety

Moon Juice Magnesi-Om ($44)

If you're looking to give the gift of relaxation, look no further. This Moon Juice powder is packed with L-theanine and three bioavailable forms of magnesium — perfect for rest and relaxation. Our editors love to unwind with a sleepy time mocktail using this. Read more in our in-depth review of the Moon Juice Magnesi-Om.

Editor Quote: "The powder is infused with ingredients that help to support muscle relaxation and cognitive function — like magnesium gluconate and acetyl taurinate. To create my perfect sleepy girl mocktail, I simply drop a couple scoops of the supplement into a cup of hot water, stir it around, and let the product work its magic." - KW

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Best Blanket For People With Anxiety

The Comfy Original in Burgundy ($50)

For all the cozy vibes, the Comfy is the way to go. This wearable oversized blanket is perfect for anyone who'd rather spend their weekends at home watching movies. It's made with microfiber and soft sherpa, featuring a hood for that extra cozy feel, and a kangaroo pocket to store their phone, snacks, and other essentials.

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Best Stress Relief Supplements For People With Anxiety

Ritual Stress Relief Supplement ($54, originally $60)

These supplements are specifically made for stress relief, and reviewers seem to love them — and feel the difference. The supplement includes calming ingredients like ashwagandha and L-theanine, and would make a thoughtful gift or stocking stuffer for anyone going through a stressful time. Read more in our review of the Ritual Stress Relief Supplement.

"Throughout my two-week test, I immediately noticed that I felt more at ease upon taking Stress Relief in the morning. It helped put me in a calmer headspace that allowed me to slow down and look at the day ahead without being overwhelmed by my to-do list." - Alida Araica, newsletter manager

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Best Massager For People With Anxiety

Renpho Eyeris Eye Massager ($60, originally $100)

This rechargeable shiatsu eye massager will help relieve tension from eye fatigue and eye strain, especially after looking at screens all day. It's heated and equipped to play music via Bluetooth for ultimate relaxation. It uses a combination of oscillating pressure and rhythmic percussion that really helps in easing the tension around the eye area.

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Best Pillowcase For People With Anxiety

Slip Queen Pure Silk Pillow Case ($89)

Upgrade their sleep routine with this 100 percent mulberry silk pillowcase. Not only does it look and feel ultra-luxurious, but it's also anti-aging and anti-bed head. Gift it to a friend or family member for better skin, hair, and more peaceful sleep.

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Best Bedside Gift For People With Anxiety

Canopy Bedside Humidifier ($120, originally $150)

Not only will this bedside humidifier help them breathe easier at night — they can also use it for aromatherapy to further unwind. Our editors even noticed a difference in their cough and cold symptoms the morning after. Read more in our editor's in-depth review of the Canopy Bedside Humidifier.

Editor Quote: "The new humidifier has two new features that enhance your bedtime routine: a night light setting and a white noise setting. I use the warm white light when I'm reading before bed, but I primarily try to keep it on the red light setting when I'm doing my nighttime routine to help set the mood for bedtime." - Anvita Reddy, assistant editor, Shopping

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Best Pajamas For People With Anxiety

Eberjey Gisele Tencel Modal Rib Relaxed Short PJ Set ($128)

These pajamas are so comfortable, they'll want to wear them all day long. Made with cooling tencel modal, this set is made for better sleep — especially if they already run hot. We also love the relaxed fit of the top and bottoms for comfort and lounging. Read more in our Eberjey Gisele Short PJ Set review.

Editor Quote: "I'm not joking when I say that I've never worn a pair of pajamas as comfortable as these. The style is remarkably soft and lightweight, with a feel that almost makes you forget that you're wearing pajamas at all." - KW

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Best Alarm Clock For People With Anxiety

Hatch Restore 2 Sunrise Alarm Clock ($170)

If you want to help them decompress at night and wake up more peacefully, the Hatch alarm clock is a great way to do that. It's also equipped with a sound machine and colored lights to help you drift off faster. Read more in our editor's in-depth review of the Hatch Restore.

Editor Quote: "I set my alarm to go off automatically at 7:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, and sure enough, I've woken peacefully every day at that time. Hatch's sunrise alarm (which you can alter the color of) slowly rises as the sun would, and you can choose from a list of sounds to gently wake you. - Haley Lyndes, former assistant editor, Shopping

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Best Weighted Blanket For People With Anxiety

Bearaby Cotton Hand-Knit Weighted Blanket ($199-$279)

A weighted blanket is a helpful tool for those dealing with anxiety, and this one from Bearaby doubles as something they'll want to display in their homes. The woven knit pattern looks great spread out on a sofa or bed, and it's available in a variety of calming colors — plus, you can choose between 10, 15, 20, and 25 pounds. Check out our review of the Bearaby Cotton Hand-Knit Weighted Blanket for more.

Editor Quote: "One thing I adore about the Bearaby Cotton Napper is its knitted design, which is not only aesthetically pleasing but provides a cooling effect. It's made of 95 percent organic cotton and features an open-weaved texture, making it ultra-breathable. I also appreciate there isn't an inner layer of beads or sand. (These are two material options commonly used by brands to make their blankets heavy.)" - Marisa Petrarca, contributing editor, Shopping

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— Additional reporting by Chandler Plante

Anvita Reddy (she/her) is an assistant editor for PS Shopping. She has a passion for products and is an avid reviewer of everything including home gadgets, cookware, tech, and more. Having dealt with acne as a teenager and into adulthood, her expertise lies in beauty. She has tried and tested plenty of skin-care, makeup, hair-care, and countless other beauty products.

Chandler Plante (she/her) is an assistant health and fitness editor for PS. She has over four years of professional journalism experience, previously working as an editorial assistant for People magazine and contributing to Ladygunn, Millie, and Bustle Digital Group.

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