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Dublin Airport has two purpose built sensory rooms, designed to help calm passengers who might feel overwhelmed in busy and unfamiliar airport surroundings, located in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
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“For a fidget to become a tool instead of a toy we need to understand how they work and which students they help. Studies that have looked at a variety of movement interventions have found that providing exercise and movement opportunities positively impact learning and behavior.”
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“We’ve seen them everywhere – fidgets. They’re growing in popularity, among both kids and adults, but what is their true purpose? Why should we use them? They are often referred to as fidget “toys” but they can serve as more than a toy. As occupational therapists, we tend to prefer the word “tools.” Although fidgets may appear fun and enjoyable, they serve a beneficial purpose that can be a great tool in our regulation and attention toolboxes.” – Brown University Health
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A recent 2025 study on sensory-based stress relief tools found that tactile input, such as fidget devices, can help support nervous system regulation by reducing stress responses and improving focus. The research suggests that structured use of sensory tools may assist individuals in maintaining calmer states and better attention through sensory integration.
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“Sensory regulation is a child’s ability to notice, process, and respond to sensory information in a way that helps them stay calm, focused, and ready to engage. Every day, children take in sounds, movement, touch, light, and body signals. For some children, particularly those with autism, ADHD, or developmental differences, these sensations can feel overwhelming or, at times, not strong enough.”
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“Over time, we’re rewarded for being productive, responsible, and in control. Play doesn’t really fit into that,” explains Laura Turley, psychotherapist (MA, MIACP) and founder of Mindology Wellness Centre.
However, simply engaging in it can be hugely beneficial to our overall well-being.
“Play softens the brain,” she notes. “It boosts dopamine, which lifts motivation and enjoyment, while calming the part of the brain that’s scanning for stress or threat. That’s why things feel lighter and easier. The brain becomes more open, more creative, and more connected.”
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