Hygiene Basics
You've just finished exercising and you're covered in sweat. Which hygiene habit is most important to help remove bacteria and reduce skin irritation?
What is taking a shower or bath?
According to today's presentation, recovery involves rebuilding this, not just stopping substance use
What are healthy daily routines?
This naturally occurring substance in your mouth helps protect your teeth from decay
What is saliva?
Poor sleep can increase this common relapse trigger
What are cravings?
According to today's presentation, struggling with hygiene does not mean you're this
What is lazy?
Someone showers every day but wears the same clothes for several days. According to today's presentation, what important part of hygiene are they missing?
What is wearing clean clothing?
Which comes first most often: people stop taking care of themselves because they feel depressed, or they become depressed because they stopped showering?
The presentation explains it can become a cycle-- poor mental health affects hygiene, and poor hygiene can make mental health worse
Name two dental problems discussed today that can be related to substance use
Tooth decay, gum disease, tooth loss, bad breath, dry mouth
Name one evening habit discussed today that could make it harder to fall asleep
Using screens before bed or drinking caffeine late in the day
Name one small self-care habit discussed today that can create momentum when you're having a difficult day
Brush teeth, wash face, make your bed, put on clean clothes
A client says, "My room is messy, but that doesn't affect my recovery." Which aspect of hygiene discussed today suggests otherwise?
What is environmental cleanliness?
Name one reason substance use can make it harder to maintain good hygiene besides simply "forgetting."
Reduced motivation, disrupted routines, anxiety, depression, poor concentration, low energy
True or False:
Brushing your teeth is enough-- you don't need to floss
False
Someone sleeps until noon every day and stays awake until 3am. Which healthy sleep habit from today's presentation could help?
Going to bed at a consistent time
Hand washing helps prevent the spread of what kinds of illnesses?
Colds, influenza, COVID-19, stomach illnesses
Which personal hygiene habit helps prevent bacteria from building up under your fingernails?
What is keeping your nails clean and trimmed?
If someone says, "I don't have the energy to clean my room today," what recovery strategy from today's presentation could help?
Stat with one small task instead of trying to do everything
If cost is preventing someone from seeing a dentist, what support was suggested during today's presentation?
Speak with your case worker about dental coverage
Besides feeling tired, name two ways poor sleep can affect recovery
Stress, emotional reactivity, cravings, relapse risk
Which phrase best summarizes today's presentation?
A) "Go big or go home"
B) "Recovery is about progress not perfection"
C) "Fake it until you make it"
B) "Recovery is about progress not perfection"
Someone says "I only shower when I have to go somewhere." Name two reasons why showering regularly still matters, even if you aren't leaving to go somewhere
Removes bacteria and sweat
Prevents skin irritation
Improves comfort
Boosts confidence
Reinforces routine
Finish this statement:
Recovery isn't just about staying sober; it's also about learning to ________.
Care for yourself again
Why might improving your oral health improve your confidence during recovery?
Healthier teeth and gums can reduce pain, improve appearance, make it easier to smile, and increase self-esteem
Which is likely to improve sleep more over time:
A) Sleeping whenever you're tired
B) Having a consistent bedtime routine
B) Having a consistent bedtime routine
Which three areas of health does good hygiene support, according to today's presentation?