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Wet, lather, scrub, rinse for 20-30 seconds after using the restoom
What is hand washing
You should avoid this after 3pm
What is caffeine
Rice, grains, breads, etc
What are carbs
Easy way of getting some Vitamin D and boost mood
What is getting some sunshine
Best way to keep track of medications
What is medication list
Removing dead skin cells, oils, and bacteria daily
What is showering
Removes extra light and distractions before going to bed
What is turning your phone off or putting on silent
Found in fruits, vegetables, and grains and promotes bowel movements
What is fiber
Helps promote physical recovery and improves mental state
What is sleep
Different names for the same medications
What is generic and trade names
Prevents gum diseases and cavities
A hormone that the brain produces in response to darkness
What is Melatonin
Average recommended amount of water intake per day
Can help promote blood flow and getting more oxygen through your body which will make help relax and create positive mood
What is exercising
The amount of medication being prescribed
What is medication dosage
You should spend this long when, on average, when showering
What is 5-10 minutes
Relaxed muscles, quick eye movement, irregular breathing, elevated heart rate, and increased brain activity
What is REM sleep
May contribute to the worsening of anxiety symptoms
Alcohol, added sugars, refined carbs
Making your bed, drinking water, brushing your teeth, going outside, writing in a journal, reading, etc
What is creating a habit
Medications that are prescribed for mental health conditions
What are psychotropic medications
Prevents spreading germs into your mouth and other body openings
What is nail trimming and cleaning
Is 2.5 times more likely to cause frequent mental distress
What is sleeping less than 6 hours a night
Improve mood by increasing levels of neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine, and gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA)
What are B Vitamines
May help boost confidence and improve the ability to complete different tasks in a timely manner
What is taking this little by little and setting small goals and completing them.
What is taking meds at the same time every day consistently