Instead of a compression vest, what we used for our son was Under Armor compression shirts. They are long sleeve and pretty tight, particularly if you get a bit smaller size then he wears. There may be other companies that make them but most are only in adult sizes because I think they consider them sporting goods. UA sells in small kids sizes. Very hard to tell a noticeable difference in behavior, although verbally he said that he liked having them on.

My son is verbal though speech delayed. He doesn’t really verbalize if things bother him. He overheats easily so I’ll be sure not to allow the weighted vest. He’s very smart and self directed. When he finishes his work. The teachers give him a weighted dog that he takes a brief walk to keep him occupied. Thanks for sharing your experiences

Is your son verbal? Can he tell you if he likes it or not?