fidget toys

jackyann

It does seem that OP took the useful suggestions, and is sensibly not getting into an unhelpful exchange.

Using the type of "fidget gadget" suggested is a well known technique, suggested by paediatricians, educational psychologists and specialist nurses. Like many such techniques, it works well for some kids and not for others. Others reading this may like to know that this kind of gadget is normally suggested in conjunction with other methods of treatment & management.

I would expect parents & teachers to assess the usefulness - which may change over time.

In school, the "fidget gadget" does need to be something that isn't seen as desirable by other kids - so something rather boring looking may be best.

peachyprice

Pixie5740 wrote: »

Can't you just teach your child not to fidget in the same way parents should stop their children from biting their nails or chewing with their mouths open?

If only it were that simple :rotfl: You don't seem to understandm so i'll explain.

Some children NEED to fidget to be able to concentrate. If you try to stop a fidgeter from fidgeting they will put all their concentration into that instead of what they are supposed to be doing.

Thankfully more and more teachers are realising that it's better to have little Johnny/Jane fiddling with something and hanging on your every word than concentrating so hard on not fiddling they don't hear a word you say.

Not quite the same as bad habits really, but hey, you seem to know all about stopping fidgeters, may be you should enlighten us to how.