I work in a drug rehab. The therapists use these. It's more than a simple stress ball. During a panic attack it can help get respirations under control due to the way it expands and contracts etc.

I don't know if it's revolutionary but it does serve a different purpose than a regular stress ball.

[–] LoafyLemon@kbin.social 3 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (2 children)

I understand your point. My skepticism isn't about the effectiveness of anti-stress balls in general; rather, it's about this specific product being marketed as revolutionary. The article seems to use a lot of impressive-sounding words without providing any concrete evidence to support those claims. Nevertheless, I appreciate your perspective, and I do recognize the potential benefits of such products. Perhaps with a little bit less marketing. 🙃

[–] Maruki_Hurakami@lemm.ee 1 points 2 years ago

It prob isn't. And I'm not sure it's even this brand they use at my work. I was mostly just making the point it has a different use than a normal stress ball.

I 100% agree it's not a revolutionary product. It's just something they realize could work better for some people. Maybe that's the 'revolution" using it for mental health 🤷‍♂️

[–] Maruki_Hurakami@lemm.ee 1 points 2 years ago

For sure! I could just hear Billy Mays selling this product! lol