Therapy Dough: Stress Relief at Your Fingertips

Therapy Dough

Stress Relief at Your Fingertips

What is Therapy Dough?

Therapydough, also known as stress relief putty or therapeutic putty, is a specially formulated material designed to provide a tactile and sensory experience. It's used for stress relief, hand exercises, and sensory stimulation.

Benefits of Therapy Dough

Stress Relief

Kneading and manipulating therapy dough can help reduce stress and anxiety by providing a calming, repetitive activity.

Hand Strength

Regular use can improve hand strength and dexterity, making it useful for rehabilitation exercises.

Sensory Stimulation

The texture and malleability of therapy dough provide sensory input, which can be particularly beneficial for individuals with sensory processing issues.

Focus and Concentration

Using therapy dough can serve as a fidget tool, helping to improve focus and concentration, especially for those with ADHD.

How to Use Therapy Dough

  1. Start with clean hands to keep your therapy dough in good condition.
  2. Take a small amount of dough and begin to knead it in your hands.
  3. Experiment with different movements: squeezing, rolling, flattening, or shaping the dough.
  4. Focus on the sensations in your hands and fingers as you manipulate the dough.
  5. Use the dough for short periods throughout the day, especially during stressful moments.

Make Your Own Therapy Dough

While commercial therapy dough is available, you can also make your own at home. Here's a simple recipe:

Mix all ingredients in a bowl, knead until smooth, and store in an airtight container when not in use.