🧠 Mind Over Mood
What mental health symptom can make someone feel too tired or unmotivated to shower or brush their teeth?
What is depression?
What should you do at least twice a day to help prevent cavities and keep your teeth healthy?
What is brushing your teeth?
What should you use to wash your body in the shower?
What is body soap or body wash?
How long should you wash your hands with soap and water?
What is at least 20 to 30 seconds?
True or False: Taking care of your hygiene is part of taking care of your mental and physical health.
What is True?
What is it called when you avoid a task because it feels overwhelming?
What is avoidance?
What tool helps remove food particles and plaque between your teeth?
What is dental floss?
hat product is used to clean your scalp and hair?
What is shampoo?
When should you wash your hands after using the restroom?
What is immediately afterward?
Name one way poor oral hygiene can affect your health.
What are cavities, gum disease, or bad breath?
What coping strategy involves doing an activity even when you do not feel motivated?
What is behavioral activation?
Positive Thought > Actions > Outcomes
What is the dental term for bad breath?
What is halitosis?
What causes body odor when bacteria break down sweat?
What is bacteria interacting with sweat?
What should you use to cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing if you do not have a tissue?
What is your elbow or upper sleeve?
What is one productive coping skill you can use when you do not feel like showering?
What are setting a small goal, using positive self-talk, or behavioral activation?
If brushing your teeth feels overwhelming, what can you do to make the task easier?
What is break it down into smaller steps?
How long should you brush your teeth each time?
What is two minutes?
Name two areas of the body that need regular attention when bathing to help reduce odor.
What are the underarms and feet? Other skin folds are also acceptable.
What should you do with a tissue after coughing or sneezing into it?
What is throw it in the trash and wash your hands?
You have been lying in bed all day and have not brushed your teeth. What is one small action you can take right now?
What is getting up and brushing your teeth?
What is a helpful way to respond when you miss a day of your hygiene routine?
What is practice self-compassion and start again?
Why is brushing your tongue helpful as part of oral hygiene?
What is reducing bacteria and helping prevent bad breath?
Why is changing into clean underwear and clothes important?
What is removing sweat, dirt, and bacteria and maintaining personal hygiene?
Why should you wash your hands even if they look clean?
What is because germs can be present without being visible?
You feel depressed, overwhelmed, and do not want to complete your hygiene routine. Name two coping strategies that can help you move from avoidance to action.
What are breaking tasks into smaller steps, setting reminders, positive self-talk, behavioral activation, or asking for support?