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what is a fidget toy?
a fidget toy is an object that aids with focus and attention by allowing the brain to filter extraneous sensory information. by keeping the hands engaged in simple, repetitive motor movements, the user is able to “tune out” what would otherwise be distracting -- lights, sounds, smells, movement, close proximity to other people. sometimes, these distractions become too overwhelming. this is a common use for people who have anxiety because it offers a way to self-soothe in predictable, rhythmic motor patterns that are calming. by having a fidget toy, a child may be able to better ‘filter out’ excess sensory information in their surroundings and their body, which is causing distraction. a fidget toy may also provide a distraction or stress release for a child who is anxious or feeling overwhelmed.
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