Bathing
What should be used every time you shower? a. Bubble bath b. Shaving cream c. Shampoo, conditioner and body wash d. Soap
How long should you brush your teeth?
2 minutes
Easy ways to reach 2 minutes:
- You could brush your teeth while listening to a 2 minute song
- Set a timer for 2 minutes
- Divide your mouth into sections and spend 30 seconds brushing each section.
What is personal hygiene?
The practices that maintain cleanliness and health of the body. It involves activities such as: Bathing or showering, Handwashing, Brushing teeth, Cutting nails, and Wearing clean clothes.
What clothing needs to be changed daily? a. Coats and outerwear b. Socks c. Hair ties d. Underwear
b&d
These are right next to our skin and collect sweat and dead skin cells, which can stain the cloth and produce odors.
How long should you wash your hands?
20 seconds
Tips to remind yourself:
- Set a timer for 20 seconds
- Count for 20 seconds
-say your ABC'S
True or False: It's okay to share deodorant with others
False: This is how germs can spread
How often should you brush your teeth?
At least 2x per day
How to remind yourself:
- Set a timer
- Make brushing your teeth apart of your morning and night routine.
- Pair brushing your teeth with another habit.
True or False: personal hygiene can improve health outcomes and boost self esteem
True
By removing dirt, germs, and bacteria from the body, personal hygiene reduces the risk of infections such as skin conditions, colds, and flu.
Feeling clean and fresh can enhance self-confidence and social interactions.
True or False? Clothing does not need to be washed unless it is visibly dirty and stained.
False. Clothing needs changed and washed regularly.
True or False? Regularly changing pillowcases and cleaning cell phones are good habits of skin hygiene.
True.
Change pillowcases regularly to prevent bacteria and oil buildup.
Clean Devices: Clean your cell phone regularly, as it can transfer oils and bacteria to your skin.
What causes body odor?
Dirt oil and sweat.
Bathing helps remove dirt and oil from the skin and reduces the bacteria that can cause body odor.
When are good times to brush your teeth during the day?
In the morning (ideally before breakfast) and before bed at night. You can also brush after other meals, but it's important to wait at least 30 to 60 minutes after eating acidic foods or drinks like coffee or citrus fruits to allow your enamel to re-harden before brushing.
What hygiene tasks should you complete in the morning? Why are they important?
Shower, brush teeth, clean clothes, brush hair, wear deodorant
This is important to promote good physical, mental, and emotional health. This also helps prevent illness or germs affecting yourself or infecting others.
Name two ways to keep your shoes fresh and dry
Take shoes off when you come home and allow them to air dry; if you have a 2nd pair, alternate days. Also, change your socks every day.
Is it okay to touch your face with dirty hands?
Dirty hands can cause you to get sick by the germs (touching your mouth, putting your hands or other objects in your mouth), and can cause acne.
What are three places on your body that can cause body odor?
Armpits, feet and hair
What happens if you don't brush your teeth?
- You can have bad breath
- You can get cavities
- You can get gingivitis (gum disease/bleeding of the gums)
- It can affect your physical health
- You may have to pay a dentist hundreds-thousands of dollars in dental care
Is getting good sleep part of hygiene?
Yes, getting enough sleep is important for hygiene and it affects our body (our physical health), and our mental health
Tips for good sleep:
- Establish a good and consistent night routine
- Taking a shower before bed can help you sleep better
- Yoga or activities that promote relaxation can help you sleep better
What causes clothing to smell? a.Environment ( smoke, cooking smells, animals, etc.) b.When bacteria mixes with skin cells, dirt & oils in the skin and hair c.Food, dirt and stains on clothing d.All of the above
D.
What part of the hand is commonly missed when hands are being washed?
Fingernails
True or False? Sweat glands in your scalp, dead skin cells and excess oil in your scalp can make unwashed hair smelly.
True
Shampoo will help remove dirt, oil, and hair products. Conditioners will help detangle and add moisture to the hair and help protect it from damage.
How often should you get dental check-ups?
Every 6 months
Is keeping your room clean part of good hygiene? What happens if you don't clean your room?
Yes! Germs and bacteria can live on surfaces, so it's very important to have a clean area. Having a clean room/area can also enhance your mental health and improve anxiety/depressive symptoms.
Not cleaning your room can cause bacteria, germs, and odors to spread. This can also affected people who have asthma or respiratory illnesses.
Wearing clean clothes is important for your physical health by...
Preventing skin infections, reducing allergens, and controlling odors.
It also contributes to your mental well-being by boosting confidence and self-esteem,
What are some ways you can protect your skin?
- Wear sunscreen
- Showering and moisturizing with lotion
- Managing stress in a healthy way can improve skin as well