b-Calm

What is it?

b-Calm is a personal sound system that provides its users with an “acoustic shield” for greater control of their sound environment, which can help improve behavior and mood.

How does b-Calm work?

b-Calm’s noise-cancelling headphones block disturbing sounds and replace them with familiar and soothing sounds from nature and the world around us via a preloaded mp3 player. The tracks employ special noise-masking signals to create acoustic intervention.

Who is b-Calm for?

b-Calm is used by both children and adults impacted by autism, Asperger’s syndrome, ADHD, anxiety, sensory processing disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and focus problems at school or at work.

How much does it cost?

The b-Calm GP auditory listening system costs $139.

What studies have been done?

In 2009, b-Calm teamed up with eight special education teachers around the state of Iowa to test the product in the classroom (offering free b-Calm sets but no funding). Participating teachers observed elementary school kids on the autism spectrum, as well as those with ADHD. They took note of their students’ purposes for using b-Calm (trouble with concentration, math, reading, relaxation, independent work, and test taking were among the reasons) and the number of times and duration for which b-Calm was used. Teachers rated b-Calm’s effectiveness on a 0-to-5 scale, with 5 as the most effective. With 17 evaluations, the average rating given to the product was a 4.4.

Where can I learn more?

Visit the manufacturer’s website at b-calmsound.com.

Sources:

http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/bpl/jcpp/2007/00000048/00000008/art00012
http://www.b-calmsound.com/

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