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What should you use to wash your hands when available?
Soap and water
How many times a day is brushing your teeth generally recommended?
Twice a day.
Name two things that can help manage body odor.
Examples:
What is a habit?
A behavior that we practice repeatedly and that can become easier or more automatic over time.
Should you make fun of someone because of their hygiene?
No
Name two times when you should wash your hands.
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What is one reason we brush our teeth?
To remove plaque and help prevent cavities and gum problems.
True or False: Sweating is unhealthy.
False. Sweating is a normal body function.
What is a reminder you could use to help remember a hygiene task?
Examples:
If you need to talk to someone about a sensitive hygiene issue, should you do it privately or in front of a group?
Privately
What are the basic steps of washing your hands?
Wet → Soap → Scrub → Rinse → Dry.
What is plaque?
A sticky film that builds up on teeth and contains bacteria
Why do people sweat?
Sweating helps regulate body temperature and cool the body.
What is "habit stacking"?
Connecting a new habit to something you already regularly do.
Example:
“After I put on my pajamas, I brush my teeth.”
Your friend has food stuck in their teeth. What's a respectful way to let them know?
Tell them quietly and privately
True or False: If your hands look clean, they cannot have germs on them.
False, Germs aren't always visible.
Your friend says, “I brushed my teeth this morning, so I don't need to brush tonight.” What's one reason that isn't a good idea?
Plaque and bacteria build up throughout the day, so brushing at night helps clean teeth before sleeping.
You're going directly from basketball practice to dinner with your family. Name three things you could do to feel fresh and comfortable.
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You know you should shower after practice, but you're exhausted when you get home. What's one way you could make the habit easier?
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True or False: Someone having body odor means they're a gross or bad person.
False
You're about to eat lunch, but you just finished using shared sports equipment. You don't have access to a sink, but you do have hand sanitizer. What could you do?
Use hand sanitizer appropriately until you can wash with soap and water. If hands are visibly dirty or greasy, wait to eat lunch until soap and water are available.
You keep forgetting to brush your teeth at night. Give two strategies that could help you remember.
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Why might teenagers notice more body odor during puberty?
Hormonal changes can increase activity of sweat glands, and bacteria interacting with sweat can contribute to body odor.
A teenager says, “I'm just lazy. That's why I can't keep up with my hygiene.” What is a more helpful question they could ask themselves?
“What's getting in the way of my routine?”
Possible barriers could include:
You notice that a classmate has strong body odor. Their friends are laughing and talking about it. What would be the most respectful response?
Don't join in, don't embarrass the person, and don't spread the information. If the situation genuinely needs to be addressed, it should be handled privately and appropriately, potentially with help from a trusted adult.