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"A whole day in the classroom is very overwhelming for her" - one mum describes how fidget spinners help her autistic daughter
The fidget spinner is the latest craze to reach schools. The small spinning device has been banned from some classrooms for being disruptive, but caller Miriam explains to Jeremy why they are a vital tool in helping her autistic daughter learn and to cope with stress.
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