Showering
What is 1 benefit of taking a shower?
Being clean, feeling calmer, improved self-esteem, and more!
What is the 2 by 2 rule?
You should brush your teeth for 2 minutes, 2 times per day
Though it is different for everyone, how many hours is it recommended to get each night?
7-9
What are 2 sensory strategies to help sleep?
Weighted blanket, sound machine, dark/cool room, lavender spray, etc
What does ADL stand for?
Activity of daily living
True or False: You have to wash your hair every time you take a shower.
False!
Front of teeth, back of teeth, top and bottom, tongue
What is the chemical that your brain makes that helps you sleep?
Melatonin
Name 1 thing that can help motivate someone to brush their teeth?
Preferred toothpaste flavor, favorite color toothbrush, listening to a song, ....
You are going on a community trip. What do you need to do within 24 hours of leaving the Merrimack Center?
Take a shower
You're tired, your shower feels like "too much," and you don't know where to start. What is one first step you could take?
Get your towel/clothes ready, turn on the water, walk into the bathroom, grab ADL bin,...
True or false: Tooth enamel is the strongest thing in the human body
True! It's even stronger than bones!
Name 3 calming activities you can do before bed
Reading a book, taking a shower, listening to quiet music, drawing, journaling,...
How does a routine help us sleep better?
Tells our brain to start making melatonin, trains internal clock, eases stress,...
How long should we wash our hands?
About 20 seconds
Name 2 signs it might be time to take a shower
Feeling itchy, hair is greasy/separating, you can smell yourself; after you've been sweating, after the beach/pool, etc
What motion should you use when brushing?
Small, gentle circles
What are some possible outcomes of poor sleep? Name 3!
Feeling tired throughout the day, bigger emotions, hard time making decisions, difficulty focusing,...
What is a tool that can help us remember and make sure we do all of our ADLs?
A visual schedule, a checklist
Your friend says they don't need to brush their teeth because their teeth "look clean." What would you tell them?
Germs are invisible,...
Why is it important to rinse all of the soap from your hair and body?
Soap residue can irritate the skin
Where can you get flossers at the Merrimack Center?
The nurse's station
What is sleep hygiene?
The things we do to prepare our bodies for sleep to make our sleep the best it can be - environment, routines, habits, schedules, etc
You have trouble remembering all the steps of your shower. What could you use?
Step-by-step routine, visual checklist
You wake up in the middle of the night and can't fall back asleep. What is one thing you could try?
Reading, counting backwards from 1000, taking deep breaths, picturing a calming scene,...