ST. PAUL, Minn. – An item parents likely never had in school is often now in their kids' hands when they step into class. And teachers say it's proven to be vital for some students. "I have a fifth ...

Fidgeting and students with ADHD at school Students with diagnosed ADHD may be able to get accommodations at school to allow for movement to occur. "It's a paradigm shift," Schweitzer said. "We need ...

A new study shows that fidgeting may help children with hyperactivity disorders. The study, first published in the journal Child Neuropsychology, analyzed 26 teens diagnosed with ADHD as they took ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - It’s one thing to fidget in the classroom. It’s another to fidget during holiday break. Ashley Castillo, a fourth grade teacher at Wilmington Preparatory Academy is hoping ...

Our story last week about the connection between ADHD, movement and thinking struck a nerve with readers. We reported on a small study in which students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ...

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. - Fidget toys are a classroom staple for kids with autism. But the small devices are gaining popularity in mainstream schools and even in the workplace. Both kids and adults are ...

As a teacher, I have taught every year level, from kindergarten to grade 12 in the United States, and Year 13 in Australia and New Zealand, in addition to university. I have always been fascinated by ...

TOMBALL, Texas — Jennifer Hobbs once won Teacher of the Month at her school in northwest Houston. However, the 6th grade English Language Arts instructor at Creekside Junior High School invented a ...

We’re taught that we need to sit still and focus on one thing when we’re studying, writing, working or engaging in other activities. But for people with ADHD the suggestions of sitting still and ...