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I enjoy chewing gum. I didn't appreciate it until recently when I realized the consistent movement relieved stress. I don't know if it should be allowed at elementary schools or not. The only thing worse than getting gum stuck on your shoe is stepping in doo. When I was a child, I often got bubble gum stuck in my hair or extra-large bubbles popped on my glasses. Gum was a nuisance before I gained complete control over the gum, and I can't blame teachers or schools for asking it not be present on campus.
I would think in my case, relief of test anxiety would be achieved from chewing gum during a test, rather than increased mental focus. Interesting article. Thanks for bringing up the discussion.
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