Healthy Habits
What does good personal hygiene mean?
Keeping your body & attire clean.
How many years can sleep deprivation age your brain?
3-5 years.
How often should you wash your hands?
Every time they get dirty, before & after eating, and every time after using the bathroom.
When you finish a personal care routine, one way to reward yourself is this.
EXAMPLES: Enjoy a favorite snack, do one of your hobbies, take a break, or do something fun to celebrate this win!
What can washing, shampooing, and conditioning hair help prevent?
Dandruff, hair loss, oil build up, etc.
If you have to nap during the day how long should your nap be?
30 minutes or less.
How long should you brush your teeth for?
Two minutes
Identify one way to calm your body before getting in the shower.
EXAMPLES: taking deep breaths, listening to music, or stretching
Name one hygiene goal you have for yourself
Awesome! Love to hear that you're practicing this self care!
What type of light can greatly affect your sleep (emitted by certain types of technology).
blue light
Clothing does not need to be washed unless it is visibly soiled and/or stained. True or false?
False (skin cells and germs are not visible to the eye; they mix with bacteria and cause odor)
What is a choice you can make to feel more in control of your personal care routine?
choosing the music, soap, or time of day
Name one way you could remind yourself to shower without being asked.
Set an alarm on your phone, make a checklist, or create a visual schedule.
Name some examples of a healthy sleep routine!
Brush teeth / Wash face / Change into clean clothes
How many hours of sleep per night do doctors recommend people in your age group?
One feeling that might make someone not want to shower.
tired, overwhelmed, annoyed, or bored?
What is a subtle, friendly way to encourage hygiene without embarrassing someone?
You could offer them some of your hand sanitizer, gum,etc. You could have a hygiene routine that you make together, etc.
What are some functions of our brain that can be impacted by not getting enough sleep?
Decreased attention, memory recall, judgement, reaction time, etc.
Phones can carry this amount of germs more than a toilet seat
10x
How do you know when all of your personal care needs have been met? What does that feel like?
Awesome!!!