Why does squishing NeeDoh, slime, or putty feel so satisfying?
NeeDoh is the latest squishy sensory toy to go viral. Social media is reporting how these blobs of gel are flying off the shelves, and are in short supply. But squishy sensory toys have been around much longer than this latest fad. You might remember putty, slime or stress balls. So why are these products so popular? And when are sensory objects more than just toys?
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Why does squishing NeeDoh, slime, or putty feel so satisfying?