![]() ![]() I can’t say I’m surprised that he has a need for oral stimulation-I also have ADHD. To stop him from shoving his germ-covered hands in his mouth all day at preschool, we quickly got him to start using sensory chewing necklaces instead. I first learned about stimming when my four-year-old, who, shortly after being diagnosed with ADHD, began sucking on his fingers when he was anxious. Fidgeting can also help people with sensory processing disorders, as it allows them to find relief through satisfying sensory input, a behavior called “stimming.”įor those with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), fidgeting can help improve focus by relieving some of the body’s excess energy. For those with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), fidgeting can help improve focus by relieving some of the body’s excess energy, and those with autism often find the repetitive nature of fidgeting to be soothing. Though there is no scientific consensus on the effectiveness of fidgeting, some limited studies, as well as anecdotal evidence, show that fidgeting may help relieve stress, improve memory, improve fine motor control, and help kids focus at school. ![]() It’s in our nature to try to relax by performing small repetitive movements when we are stuck doing something we don’t really want to be doing. Humans fidget when they are bored or anxious.
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