They may seem like children's toys, but these products may offer an assist for easing anxiety and improving self-regulation. (Getty Images) ...

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.

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 ...

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 ...

There is something interesting about watching the arms of a fidget spinner go in circles. But is it a tool to improve focus or a distracting toy? Katie Leung Pui-yan is a partner, child and family ...

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 ...

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 ...

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: ...