A UC Davis MIND Institute faculty member, she has studied the link between ADHD and fidgeting for many years. "We have good evidence that fidgeting itself seems to be associated with better attention, ...

It can also be a helpful calming outlet, Ibrahim added, especially for folks who are neurodivergent, like those with autism ...

Fidgeting has proven perks. “We know that sensory input and movement, big or small, can help with handling feelings,” says psychologist Michelle Frank, Psy.D., author of A Radical Guide for Women with ...

Diagnosed with ADHD at age 7, Kyah Timm of Hendrum, Minnesota, has created special jewelry to help those with ADHD and other neurodifferences. Kyah Timm, 13, talks about her small business called ...

Restless hands, racing thoughts? The right fidget toy can make all the difference. Here’s your guide to quiet tools that soothe, focus, and fit your life. Ever found yourself absentmindedly clicking a ...

Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, notoriously fidget in the classroom. That disruptive behavior likely isn't just a symptom, but may ...

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Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD Key Takeaways ADHD symptoms often start in childhood and can affect success at school, ...