NeeDohs, while having been sold in stores since 2010, have garnered mass popularity in recent dates.

NeeDohs are stress ball toys that come in numerous shapes, colors, and textures. Since gaining popularity, these toys have been sold out in many stores. On Amazon, these trinkets are sold at an expensive price of more than 15 dollars per stress ball.

For many students at CPHS though, this high price is worth it due to the benefits NeeDohs provide students in the classroom. “Bringing a NeeDoh to school is really helpful because it helps to relieve stress and stops my mind from wandering,” junior Brooklyn Rosenbaum said.

Many students also find these toys helpful to stay productive during down-time. “I use my NeeDoh to pass class time when I’m bored, which keeps me off of my phone,” junior Makenna Peterson said.

The uniqueness of the NeeDoh brand is praised by many. The gel-like texture of most NeeDoh stress balls is unlike any other, and many students like to pass them around in class.

The versatility of this brand is also unique compared to the average stress ball. “What makes NeeDohs different is that there is a large variety of shapes, such as a jellyfish, a strawberry, and many more,” Peterson said.

All in all, these toys are a fun way to stay productive on top of simply being used as a stress reliever. The price for these NeeDohs are a little high recently, but once the initial craze is over and the price begins to decrease, it is worth it to purchase one.

While the idea of these stress toys might seem wacky, after using one, it is a lot easier to realize why NeeDohs have gained such widespread popularity.