Fidget spinners aren't new, but they've recently surged in popularity worldwide.
This clever toy features a central bearing with radiating arms that spin smoothly between your fingers for minutes at a time. It's also perfect for mastering fun tricks.
Invented in 1993 by Catherine Hettinger to soothe her hyperactive daughter, fidget spinners provide a tactile outlet for restless hands. Many users report feeling calmer and more focused while spinning them.
Hettinger filed for a patent four years later but let it lapse in 2005 due to unaffordable maintenance fees.
Do they truly boost concentration for children with ADHD? Expert opinions vary. As the toy's hype grows, more schools are implementing bans despite potential benefits.
The director of the Netherlands' ADHD center shares mixed feelings: the trend helps destigmatize it for kids with ADHD, but school restrictions frustrate those who rely on it most.
