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Fidgeting is a common habit that most of us have experienced at some point or another. It refers to the small movements we make with our hands and feet without thinking about it. This could include tapping your foot, drumming your fingers, tapping a pencil, and so on. Fidgeting is believed to be a physical reaction to stress or concentration. In fact, fidgeting may allow your brain to concentrate on a difficult task longer. It may also be a response to a stressful situation, such as speaking in front of a crowd Fidgeting is a common physical response to stress. It...

Thanks to the fidget spinner craze, fidget toys have exploded in popularity in recent years as a way to improve focus, reduce restlessness, and manage anxiety. Feeling anxious triggers a rise in stress hormones, which can lead to excess, usually pent-up, energy. If you have nowhere to channel that energy, you’re more likely to fidget. For instance, you might play with your hair, bounce your knee, bite your nails, and fold and unfold your arms. Fidget toys give you a place to channel that energy. This serves as a distraction for the brain, potentially lowering anxiety and improving focus. Experts...