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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
National
Aastha Raj

Psychology says people who instantly crumple aluminum foil as soon as they touch it aren’t absent-minded, their brain may love sensory feedback

Have you ever handed someone a sheet of aluminum foil only to watch them immediately crush it into a ball? Many people do it without even realizing they're doing it. The action often feels automatic, almost like clicking a pen, tapping a foot, or spinning a ring.

Psychology says there is no scientific evidence that crumpling aluminum foil reveals a specific personality type. However, researchers have identified several psychological processes that may explain why some people instinctively interact with objects in this way. Rather than revealing who someone is, the behavior may reflect how the brain responds to touch, attention, habits, and sensory experiences.

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