Fidget jewelry can help neurodivergent people with anxiety, autism, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and more cope with the stress of daily life. It’s a great solution for teens and adults who need to stim at work, in college classes, and when out with friends.
I’m an autistic adult and the anxiety rings, necklaces, bracelets, and more I’ve chosen for this list have helped me reduce my meltdowns and panic attacks. I love that they are both fashionable and good for my mental health. I hope they’ll help you too!
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Fidget Jewelry 6 Top Picks
From rings to necklaces, these are our most recommended and popular fidget jewelry items.
Neurodiversity and Sensory Needs
Neurodiversity is an umbrella term for people who perceive the world in a unique way because of our developmental and/or mental health conditions. The neurodiversity movement says that neurodivergent people are not broken, just different — but being neurodivergent is hard because the world isn’t designed with our sensory needs in mind.
Neurodivergent people have differences in our sensory processing compared to neurotypical folks. Many of us are hypersensitive — loud sounds are painful to our ears, tags in clothing are scratchy, and bright and flashing lights hurt our eyes. In some situations, we may be sensory seeking — we need something to keep our bodies and minds busy.
Understanding Fidgeting / Stimming
Fidgeting (also called stimming) is a natural way for human beings to manage sensory needs and intense emotions. Common stims include hand flapping, hair twirling, foot tapping, rocking, spinning, picking, vocalizing, and more.
Autistic people often stim to cope with stress and sensory overload, but also stim to express joy or experience enjoyable sounds, sights, and feelings. People with ADHD often need to be moving or doing something with their hands to help them focus. People with PTSD and anxiety disorders may need certain sensations to calm and ground them during panic attacks or dissociative episodes. People with trichotillomania, skin picking, nail biting, and other body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) are doing these sometimes-harmful stims to cope with anxiety and stress.
The Benefits of Stim Jewelry
Everyone stims, and you don’t need to be diagnosed with a developmental disability or mental health condition to benefit from fidget jewelry. The popularity of fidget toys has helped normalize fidgeting, making the world a better place for neurodiverse AND neurotypical people.
Most forms of stimming and fidgeting are healthy and should be encouraged, but sadly, sometimes neurodivergent children and adults are bullied for the way they stim. Even worse, some forms of therapy that claim to help autistic and neurodivergent people, such as ABA, instead force them to suppress natural, harmless stims to make them appear more neurotypical. This causes stress and sensory overload to build, which can lead to meltdowns, panic attacks, burnout, and harmful forms of stimming such as head banging and self-injury.
Fidget jewelry can help people stim in healthy ways after years of being stigmatized for their differences. Fidget jewelry can help autistic people and people with ADHD who mask (hide) their neurodiversity to express themselves. Fidget jewelry can help people who are not diagnosed with any disability to feel calmer and less anxious in stressful situations. It’s for everyone!
Choosing the Right Fidget Jewelry for Your Needs
If you’ve never bought fidget jewelry before, or you’re not sure which types of fidgets would address your stimming needs, here are some things to consider:
- How do you fidget or stim when you don’t have jewelry or a toy? Choose items that mimic this, such as spinning gears and rings if you like to twirl your hair.
- Are you fidgeting to replace bad habits or self-injury behaviors? Choose a fidget that replicates the action or movement in a way that doesn’t harm you, such as something you can pick at if you’re a skin picker.
- What kinds of sensations relax you and relieve anxiety? Do you prefer certain fabrics or materials? Do particular colors soothe you or make you happy? First and foremost, the fidget jewelry you choose must be something YOU love that meets these needs.
- Where are you when you need to fidget the most? Choose jewelry that will fit the setting and not be noisy or out of place. There is no shame in having sensory needs, but when you’re in public, you don’t want to distract others who may also have difficulty focusing or coping with visual and auditory stimuli.
Some jewelry in this shopping guide may say “for autism” or “for anxiety,” but everything listed here is suitable for a wide range of neurodivergent conditions. Choose what you like and try some different items until you find what works for YOU!
Fidget Jewelry We Recommend
So many fidget toys and jewelry pieces are directed at kids. It’s like the world forgets that autistic people and ADHD folks grow up. Our sensory processing needs don’t magically vanish when we turn 18. And adults who have developed anxiety disorders or just realized they are neurodivergent try to find things to help them cope, only to find tons of neon kid stuff. That’s why in this shopping guide, you’ll find fidget jewelry that is appropriate for adults of all genders. These pieces are as beautiful as they are functional, and suitable for a wide range of professional and social settings. They’re all made by indie jewelry designers, many of whom are neurodivergent and/or have disabilities. Thank you for supporting small businesses!
Anxiety Rings
Rings that spin are the most popular form of anti-anxiety jewelry available today. They’re available in a wide variety of styles and price points to suit any taste and budget. I love them because if I wear one, I’m never without something to stim with if I suddenly find myself in sensory overload. In fact, I sometimes wear two or three! Here are a few of my favorite designs for a variety of occasions.
Mind Your Biz
These anxiety fidget rings are absolutely gorgeous AND reasonably priced for a mental health boost on a budget. The style is dainty for small hands and folks who prefer lightweight, thin bands. They come in a wide range of metals and bead colors, and even combo packs for those who like to wear multiple rings. The metal bends easily to fit a range of finger sizes beyond the size you choose, so if you want to wear it on a different finger than you originally planned, you can. Mind Your Biz also makes fidget earrings, bracelets, and necklaces, so be sure to check out the whole store!
Shop for anxiety fidget rings at Mind Your Biz.
Wire Wrapped Ring with Spinning Beads to Relieve Anxiety, ADHD Symptoms
Love, Dawne makes elegant, high-end yet affordable spinner rings and other anti-anxiety jewelry that is perfect for professional and formal settings. Their beautiful rings have multiple spinning beads for a pleasant tactile stim sensation. It’s a unique alternative to typical spinner rings and a great option if you don’t like to wear a wide band on your finger. You can choose from different combinations of wire and bead colors, too!
Shop for fidget rings at Love, Dawne.
Lesley Tinnaro Jewelry
Yes, fidget jewelry can also be fine jewelry. These spinner fidget rings are handmade with reclaimed sterling silver using centuries-old techniques, and provide wonderful texture sensations as well as the spinning feature. You could get compliments at the most elegant parties with this fidget ring (not that many of us introverted neurodivergent folks actually GO to such parties). Or you can sit at home watching TV with your cat and spin this gorgeous ring. It’s all good.
Shop for fidget rings at Lesley Tinnaro Jewelry.
See more fine jewelry spinner rings we love at Barbara Kay Jewelry.
Motion: The Fidget Ring for Sensory Needs
This ring has multicolored ball bearings that spin and rotate. The style is perfect for men and masculine folks who prefer neutral, simple designs.
Shop for fidget rings at Motion: The Fidget Ring.
Kinetic Color Foundry 3D Printed Quiet Spinner Fidget Ring
Metal spinner rings can sometimes be loud, but these 3D-printed fidget rings spin quietly, so you can meet your sensory needs without distracting the person with ADHD sitting next to you. (The struggle is real.) They are customizable, so you can choose your favorite colors and pattern.
Shop for custom spinner rings at Kinetic Color Foundry.
Fidget Necklaces
Armet Canada
These gear pendants are not just wearable fidgets, they’re absolute works of art. They range from simple to elaborate, come in custom colors, and include designs that are masculine to feminine and everything in between. If you’re looking for true craftsmanship and a statement necklace you’ll be proud to own, you’ll find one (or many) options here!
Shop for fidget necklaces at Armet Canada.
LGBTQ+ Fidget Necklaces
These Pride fidget necklaces celebrate both neurodiversity and the LGBTQ+ community. You can choose from many color combinations to reflect your identity including nonbinary, transgender, lesbian, bi, and more.
Shop for Pride fidget jewelry at Rebeca Mojica Designs.
Spinner Necklace for Stress Relief
Spinner pendants are perfect for people with ADHD or autism who need to engage in subtle stimming at work or while sitting in class. These spinner necklaces are made with natural gemstones and beautiful cloisonne beads. This fidget jewelry is elegant enough to wear on formal occasions, so you’ll never have to be without the anxiety relief you need.
Shop for spinner pendants at Crafts by Anna Lee.
Moon Necklace for Autism, Sensory Processing Disorder – Neurodivergent-Owned Business
These moon-themed fidget necklaces are made by a neurodivergent jewelry designer, and can be customized with your choice of metals and cabochons. They would make the perfect gift for someone who loves fantasy books, movies, and games.
Shop for moon spinner jewelry at Neurodelightful.
More fidget necklaces we love: RSun Jewelry, Captivating Copper
Fidget Jewelry – Bracelets
Ivyy and Bloom
These beautiful fidget bracelets have multiple beads for sliding and spinning. A fine jewelry fidget bracelet is suitable for professional settings and formal occasions so you can stim wherever you go. Be sure to check out the designer’s full range of items including stim necklaces, rings, and more.
Shop for fidget bracelets at Ivyy and Bloom.
KnotSense Spinner Bead Bracelets for Teens and Adults
These unique fidget bracelets use hex nuts or metal beads that spin around knotted cords. They are slightly weighted to help reduce anxiety and sensory overload, and they’re specifically designed for neurodivergent people. I’ve never seen anything like them before and I think they will especially appeal to teen boys and masculine people. They come in child, teen, and adult sizes and are very durable for everyday wear. They have a wide variety of styles and colors to choose from at an affordable price.
Shop for anxiety bracelets at KnotSense.
Quail Hill Design Spinner Bangles for Social Anxiety and More
These stunning fine jewelry bracelets come in a variety of patterns and gemstone options. They are ideal for relieving social anxiety at work and formal occasions.
Shop for spinner fidget bracelets at Quail Hill Design.
Meraki Sphere
The fidget bloom is a bracelet, but it is also so much more. It’s a toy you can shift into different shapes and also use as a hair accessory and for home decor. If you are looking for an elegant way to cope with the ugly realities of anxiety and PTSD, this is it. Be sure to watch the video to learn more about what this truly unique stim jewelry can do.
Shop for a fidget bloom at Meraki Sphere.
Fidget Jewelry – Earrings, Keychains, and Charms
Sun Puddle Company Fidget Earrings – Neurodivergent-Owned Business
From mushrooms to ladybugs, these adorable fidget earrings, made by a neurodivergent designer, provide a subtle stim while looking adorable.
Shop for fidget earrings at Sun Puddle Company.
Pretty Fidgets Earrings, Necklaces, and Bag Charms
This shop offers a variety of items including beaded fidget earrings, necklaces, and charms for bags, zipper pulls, keychains, etc.
Shop for stim jewelry at Pretty Fidgets.
All Things Sensory Shop Keychains and Jewelry – Autistic-Owned Small Business
These fidget keychains come in numerous colors and combinations. Be sure to also check out the other fidget jewelry and toys available through this autistic-owned business.
Shop for stim keychains and more at All Things Sensory Shop.
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