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Purdue researchers turn fidget poppers into brain-free robots

What if the simple push-and-pop action of a fidget toy could lead to the next generation of robots? At Purdue University, ...
NPR

Fidgeting at your desk? Your body may be trying to tell you something

Ever wonder why you bounce your leg, drum your fingers or click and unclick your pen until your colleagues beg you to stop? But as many of us know, it can be a challenge to tear away from our ...
Popular Science

Does fidgeting really help you focus?

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Yahoo

Do stress balls or fidget spinners actually reduce stress or anxiety?

They may seem like children's toys, but these products may offer an assist for easing anxiety and improving self-regulation. (Getty Images) Life can feel overwhelming at times, and it's not always ...
PC World

I’m a desk fidgeter. These 5 fidget toys keep me sane while I work

I don’t know about you, but I have trouble sitting still. My personal combination of over-caffeinated autism and ADHD means I need to keep my hands busy during the workday to avoid chewing my fingers ...