People with ADHD often have chewing needs, this bite need helps them to concentrate, for example on homework or what is said in a conversation. Chewing on a chewing chain increases alertness! The same effect as chewing gum, but often this is not allowed in the classroom… That is why a bite chain is a good alternative. But this is not the only advantage…

The benefits of a bite chain in ADHD

Below you can read what benefits chewing (on a chewing chain) has on people with ADHD

Chewing for better concentration

People with ADHD often have to deal with a short tension arc. They are distracted by the slightest and find it difficult to shut themselves off from stimuli. A chew jewelry can often help! The brain is ”woken up” and the person with ADHD can often focus longer and better on a conversation or task.

Chewing chain to regulate tensions and emotions

People with ADHD are deficient in dopamine (a substance in the brain), which are substances in the brain that help regulate emotions. By chewing on a bite chain, these emotions can be better controlled. You will still be angry or busy but to a lesser extent and for less time! So to regulate tensions or emotions, a chewing jewelry can be very effective!

Bite chain to unwind

The behavior of someone with ADHD can sometimes be experienced as a whirlwind through the environment. Everything should get out as soon as possible,… So also the busy behavior. Chewing on a chewing chain can then help you sit still and not fidget with everything. Chewing causes relaxation in the person with ADHD

Chewing chain puts an end to broken or wet clothing

You often see that (especially) children with ADHD come home with wet or broken clothes. That’s not convenient and nice! A chew jewelry may reduce the need to chew on clothing or objects that should not be used for this. Win win situation! Remind the person occasionally that he/she uses the chew chain or the chew caps!

Stop biting your nails

I myself am autistic and have ADHD, I used to start thumb sucking even in my sleep (up to fissures on my thumbs). Afterwards, I started biting my nails. Now I’ve learned to use my chewing jewelry, but sometimes I still need to be reminded of it.

Choosing chew chain

Sometimes people with ADHD are firm chewers, so pay close attention to which chewing chains you offer, and check them regularly for cracks. How long a chewing chain lasts depends on how much and how firmly the person with ADHD chews. You can encourage the person with ADHD to use a chewing chain if you choose one together!

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