What is Fidgeting?
Fidgeting is the act of moving about restlessly in a way that is not essential to ongoing tasks. Fidgeting may involve playing with one's fingers, hair, or personal objects. Fidgeting is commonly used as a label for unexplained or subconscious activities and postural movements that people perform while seated. A common act of fidgeting is to bounce one's leg repeatedly, chewing the back of pens, playing with your ring or cracking knuckles.
What are Fidget Toys?
Fidget toys are usually small objects that come with a variety of buttons and switches that the user can play with, and aim to aid fidgeting. The most common fidget toys are the fidget cubes like PILPOC theFube Fidget Cube and the fidget spinners.
What Researchers Say?
Over the past few years, more and more studies are studying the effects of fidget toys for those with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), anxiety, autism and other conditions that affect learning and concentration. Some evidence suggests that fidget toys may affect people's fine motor control skills, which are involved in performing small, precise movements, but conclusions in these areas remain unconfirmed.
Although there has not yet been a definitive study on the impact of these toys in the research world, there are a number of studies that show that toys help maintain concentration. In one preliminary study looking at stress ball use, sixth graders who used these fidget toys during instruction independently reported that their “attitude, attention, writing abilities, and peer interaction improved.”
Another significant research is UC Davis behavioral science professor Julie Schweitzer’s study of letting children with ADHD fidget – wriggling, bouncing or otherwise moving gently in place. She found that more overall movement in children with ADHD did help them perform this cognitively demanding task.
These are a few examples of studies on fidget toys, but there has not yet been a definitive research on the impact of these toys in the research world. So instead of turning to science and presenting you with research, and explaining what the research looked at, what methods they used, and what was the conclusion they came to, we decided it would be simplest to show you what our customers that are experiencing with our fidget toys have say about it. We are certain that after reading our customers’ reviews you will understand all the benefits of fidget toys, from improving concentration with people with ADHD, to reducing stress and anxiety, to stop biting nails, and to help with people with autism, special needs or even dementia.
The following reviews that we will present are 100% real reviews, untouched, available on our product pages in our Amazon store. Since there are numerous reviews that describe the benefits of fidget toys, we decided to split this important topic into several separate posts, and this is the first post. Follow us later to read additional posts on this topic.
Fidget Toys Helps with ADHD, Focus
“My daughter uses this to keep her focused in class. I don’t think her teachers are excited for her to bring a toy into the classroom but they also know it is not a distraction for her.” (Robert, October 24, 2021)
“It is quite simply a fantastic item that keeps half of my brain occupied while the other half is actually trying to get stuff done.” (Carine, October 19, 2021)
“As a college student, this has helped greatly in classes where I have to do a lot of note taking or test taking. It keeps my hand busy so I can focus better on the task at hand. I definitely recommend this to anybody who fidgets or struggles to stay focused and still.” (Eldridge, October 14, 2021)
“I don’t sit well through movies and this was perfect to bring with me to a theater and use the quiet spots to fidget and allow me to actually concentrate on the movie.” (Jillian, October 11, 2021)
“It’s helped me stop my negative ADHD fidget. Highly recommend!!” (Pika Fan, September 7, 2021)
“My college student daughter needs to fidget and this helps with all the senses. Great purchase.” (Duane Beebe, August 26, 2021)
“Definitely recommend this for anyone with ADHD like myself or anyone who just needs to fidget with something out of boredom.” (Paul Demari, August 20, 2021)
“I’ve used fidget cubes in the past and because I have ADHD and I carry it in my purse my old one got banged up (I’ve had it for 4 years). Also the fidget cube makes for a great mental distraction (rather than being restless and wriggling away in your seat) when getting through a Zoom meeting (or maybe meetings in general).” (Norma, April 30, 2021)
“It is helping me to stay in seat, and constructed.” (Alyssa Gail Smith, April 26, 2021)
“This fidget is quiet and effective. My student's attention to task increased as he calmed himself down!!!” (Amazon Customer, February 17, 2021)
“I love fidget toys and I’m an adult. I have ADHD and sometimes I struggle to focus. I keep a small fidget cube in my purse for daily use and keep this one by my bed.” (Mercedes Magallanes, January 30, 2021)
“Got this for my adhd partner and he fiddles with it all the time while he works.” (Iceman, January 11, 2021)
“I have struggled for years (since childhood) with ADHD. That said, there are many different types of ADHD. Mine being inattentive, I tend to drift off and fidget. Or just stare at my phone. Big problem when you’re working! I have only had this little gadget for a couple of hours, and I am obsessed. It keeps me off my phone and focused on work. It makes it easy to work through a complex situation, and calming anxiety is a breeze. It has multiple areas of different sensory options. Big bonus if you’re sensitive to certain touch / sound.” (Vince L. Wilson, December 22, 2020)
“My grandson really uses this when he needs to pay attention and focus. It has been a godsend.” (Consuelo, December 21, 2020)
“Great hand-held object for my Kindergartner & 1st grader to hold during virtual learning (due to Covid) to help get the extra energy out and focus on the computer/lessons. Great purchase!” (Devon Hawkins, December 16, 2020)
“Good for an ADD brain like mine. Keeps me focused! Highly recommend.” (William Ross, October 3, 2020)
Fidget Toys Help with Stress and Anxiety
“I got this fidget cube to help me while on plane flights. It helps when I feel anxious and gives my mind something to focus on. It also is calming and relaxing ... I could see this helping with any transit anxiety. It really helps me, I recommend trying it!” (TB, August 20, 2021)
“Fantastic & durable for teen with chronic pain & anxiety.” (Sarah Breen, June 22, 2021)
“I have anxiety and this really helps me.” (Alyssa Davis, July 30, 2021)
“My kid has anxiety and never can stop fidgeting and moving, they have been so much better since this. he doesn’t fidget with his entire body anymore it’s just in their hands when he has this. he loves it so much!! we definitely recommend!!!!!” (Joshua Kording, June 19, 2021)
“This product helps me get through boredom and stress at work.” (Stephanie, June 7, 2021)
“Loved how it helped my anxiety.” (Amazon Customer, May 12, 2021)
“If you suffer from anxiety and or panic attacks then this is something to definitely get. As well helps with focus. Good for watching tv, office work, or just lounging around.” (Alan, April 2, 2021)
“…it was perfect. I play with it every day! it is relaxing!” (Busygrl75, January 15, 2021)
“I purchased several of these little gadgets for my nephew for Christmas. He has anxiety issues and he had these on his Christmas list. He absolutely loved them!” (Marta Renee, December 31, 2020)
“Fun to use, and the best part It helps to reduce my anxiety. I take it everywhere I go.” (H. Sample, December 28, 2020)
“I like it. Amazing for anxiety” (Justin Spence, December 12, 2020)
“Very calming and helpful for stress.” (Nardia Harriott, November 15, 2020)
“Stress relief is a definite yes on this product 🙂 Helpful.” (BG, October 23, 2020)
“Great gift for my anxiety ridden child. Very helpful and durable for those tuff times and quick recovery moments.” (Peter Gristina, October 19, 2020)
“I absolutely love this product! As someone who suffers from ADHD as well as anxiety let me tell you this thing is a godsend. When I suffer from an ADHD episode or anxiety I tend to self-harm on my hands and it causes them to bleed. Now that I have a little handy dandy fidget cube I can direct my sensory episodes onto my cube and I don't mutilate my hands in the process. This thing is such a life saver and I feel a lot more comfortable being able to handle my stress the more mentally healthy way and makes me feel more independent being able to handle my anxiety on my own. I highly recommend for anyone who feels like they need any help with any compulsive behaviors and managing it!” (Jo & Maddy, October 12, 2020)
Fidget Toys Help with Autism, Sensory Issues and Special Needs
“Excellent product for my son who is autistic.” (Chad, August 1, 2021)
“Excellent fidget cube. My special needs son loves it. We also use to redirect behavior when he is starting to get upset and it works. Great price and excellent quality.” (Earl Lopez, June 13, 2021)
“Works great for my autistic child.” (Casey, June 3, 2021)
“Bought this for my granddaughter who has autism. She is so happy with it.” (isaac gomez, December 28, 2020)
Fidget Toys Help with Dementia
“I ordered this to send to my grandpa who has dementia. So far he has really liked it, it keeps him occupied for a while.” (Nallely Gutierrez, June 20, 2021)
“My father-in-law has dementia. He loves this to fiddle with. He is a man that like to fix things up around the house. This helps him feel like he is doing something. He needs help knowing how to use it each time he plays with it and then he loves it again”
Fidget Toys Help with Nail Biting, Hair Pulling and Quit Smoking
“Great for someone that has a nervous tick like me, and ultimately helped me stop biting my nails because I grab that instead of biting.” (Megan damiani, May 30, 2021)
“What she needed instead of biting her nails.” (Joell Padron, May 26, 2021)
“As a chronic nail biter, this really helps curve the habit! I don't go anywhere without it.” (Meaghan O., December 22, 2020)
