Communication Styles
Life Skills
The Hair Doctor
Nurturing Your Whole Self
Case Studies in Hair Health
100

Name the three main communication styles.

What are Passive, Aggressive, and Assertive?

100

A life skill that helps with planning and avoiding procrastination.

What is time management?

100

The protein that makes up hair.

What is Keratin?

100

One lifestyle habit that improves hair health.

What is drinking water (or eating a balanced diet, using gentle products, etc.)?

100

The first step in a hair consultation.


    • What is a hair and scalp analysis?

200

 This communication style avoids conflict and does not express needs.


  • Answer: What is Passive?
200

A growth mindset means believing in this.

What is improvement through effort?

200

A scalp condition that causes excessive flaking.

What is Dandruff?

200

One negative effect of stress on hair.

What is hair thinning or excessive shedding?  

200

A real-world learning experience that helps hairstylists diagnose hair conditions.

What is a case study?

300

The best communication style that is confident and respectful.

What is Assertive?

300

Goal-setting helps with this


    •  What is providing direction and motivation?

300

A vitamin that is essential for hair growth.

What is Biotin?

300

A protective style that helps retain moisture

What are braids, twists, or wigs?

300

A common reason for hair loss that is NOT related to styling

What is nutritional deficiency or stress?

400

One way to improve communication skills in a professional setting.

What is active listening (eye contact, summarizing, not interrupting, etc.)?

400

One technique for managing stress.

What is exercise, deep breathing, or self-care?

400

A sign of healthy hair

What is strong elasticity, shine, or smooth texture?

400

Two internal factors that affect hair health.

What are nutrition and stress?

400

The best type of shampoo for color-treated hair.

What is sulfate-free shampoo?

500

This barrier makes communication difficult and can cause misunderstandings.


    • What is distraction (or tone, interruptions, poor listening, etc.)?
500

The difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset.

What is a fixed mindset believes abilities cannot change, while a growth mindset believes in improvement?

500

A serious hair condition that requires medical attention.

What is Severe alopecia or scalp infections?

500

The holistic approach to hair care focuses on these two things.

What are internal and external factors?

500

When should a hairstylist refer a client to a dermatologist?

What is severe hair loss, scalp infections, or persistent scalp conditions?

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