Psychology says people who keep fidgeting with something in their hands are not distracted: Why the brain uses small movements to think, focus and calm itself

Psychology suggests that people who constantly fidget with objects in their hands are rarely being rude, distracted, or impatient. More often, they are engaging in a natural form of self-regulation that helps the brain stay focused, manage emotions, and release excess mental energy.

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