Fidget Therapy Research Paper

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FIdget spinners are known to calm people down with ADD and ADHD and people with other symptoms. Fidget therapy helps kids with special needs. “ADHD makes it hard for students to concentrate or sit still, but using a fidget toy can help”. A ban isn’t necessary for those who really need it, teachers don’t understand that some students have special needs, they think it’s a distraction. “ Koeng says the devices aren’t only beneficial to students with special needs, and that they can help anyone. Not only does it help students calm down and fidget less, they are a better way to do therapy a home.

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