Fidget spinners, usually made from plastic or metal ... derive from the breathing practice called straw breathing—an anxiety-reducing practice that can be used with or without a straw.

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Are you tired of fidget toys that just don’t deliver? In this video, we dive into the 10 best fidget gadgets that are actually worth buying, gadgets that combine fun, functionality, and durability.

The original fidget spinner is a three-pronged plastic device ... double-tasking — as well as people who suffer from stress or anxiety, schools in the United States and UK are banning children ...

Fidget spinners and stress balls definitely had their ... Dr. Hafeez wrote in an interview with Bustle, but a piece of anti-anxiety jewelry “can help you become more present while [creating ...

There hasn’t been any research on the effectiveness of spinners, specifically ... Brinen says you’ll likely notice that your anxiety goes down. Experts say there are a few things you can ...

When we focus on using a ring, a bracelet, a gemstone or a fidget spinner… that device calms us,” she says. “People with anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety disorders, social anxiety ...

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental ... describing them as portable fidgets that are less conspicuous than fidget spinners and less intrusive than, say, pen clicking.

In those moments, having something you can hold and channel your anxiety or stress into can be incredibly grounding. Fidget spinners and stress balls have grown in popularity for exactly this reason: ...