Cleaning & Mental Health Benefits
Changing your sheets regularly can help you sleep better and reduce this common skin problem....
Acne!
Clothing does not need to be washed unless it is visibly soiled and stained. True or False?
False- (skin cells and germs are not visible to the eye; they mix with bacteria and cause odor)
What are 3 ways that you can clean your floor?
1.) sweep
2.) mop
3.) vacuum
It’s OK to turn your underwear inside out for a second wearing. True or False
False (Clothing that is worn ESPECIALLY IN STINKY PLACES need to be changed daily, i.e. underwear, socks & shirts)
It's ok to leave a mess in the bathroom (even bodily fluids)- that's why we have cleaning staff
absolutely not! that's very gross and dehumanizing! please make sure to clean up after yourself, you don't want to be known as THAT PERSON
How can cleaning your room affect your focus?
Improved focus.
Having too many items in our field of vision distracts the brain’s processing capacity. Clearing away clutter allows the brain to focus on items and tasks one at a time.
If you wash your clothes and let it sit in the washer for days what might happen?
They could smell like mildew and they would need to be rewashed.
How do you clean a toilet?
Use toilet bowl cleaner (disinfectant), use toilet brush to scrub, clean outside with wipes.
What is personal hygiene?
a. Using soap to clean yourself
b. Dental check-ups
c. Taking care of your body, cleaning yourself, getting dental check-ups and more
d. Taking showers
C- taking care of your body, cleaning yourself, getting dental check-ups and more
Why can you not leave food in your bedroom?
You're leaving a feast for pests such as cockroaches, ants, or even mice. Not only are they ugly, annoying, and disgusting but can also carry diseases and contaminate food. Cockroach droppings, for instance, can trigger allergies and asthma attacks.
How Can Cleaning your space affect your emotions?
Can help REGULATE emotions.
Cleaning requires us to slow down, which can give a calming effect during overwhelming situations
Deep cleaning can be a great constructive physical outlet for frustration
How often should you wash your bedsheets?
Weekly
Dishes should be washed every _____________
Day
When are 2 out of the 4 good times to put on deodorant?
a. Before groups and at school
b. After a shower and in the morning
c. After you go to the bathroom and before you eat
d. Before an outdoor sporting event and before a shower.
e. Summer and spring- you don't sweat in the fall or winter
B- After a shower and in the morning
Also a very good idea to reapply if about to be physically active!!
What is Mold and Mildew?
Moisture is breeding ground for mold and mildew. Mold spores can be inhaled and cause respiratory problems, especially for individuals with pre-existing conditions such as asthma or allergies.
What is connection between physical health and clean homes?
People with clean homes are healthier than those with messy homes.
Your toothbrush should be replaced every ____
3 months
What does it mean if your sink/ shower is draining super slow? And what can you use to fix it?
- There's debris in the drain (such as hair)
- You can use a drain snake, chemical drain cleaner, plunger, boiling water
Which has more germs- A toilet seat or a dollar bill?
A dollar bill !
It passes through many hands, locations, and environments, picking up a wide range of bacteria and viruses
When is it safe to mix cleaning chemicals?
NEVER
This can cause toxic cases, chemical burns and even explosions/reactions
Cleaning helps release _________ (chemical/hormone in brain that lowers stress).
Endorphins.
The physical act of cleaning can also release endorphins, which is hugely beneficial as a pain reliever, stress reliever and overall enhancement of our well-being.
What area on your body is not important to clean in the shower?
EVERYWHERE IS IMPORTANT
If you start a grease fire in the kitchen while cooking, what is the best way to stop it?
Turn of the heat and cover it (metal lid, baking sheet, other metal pan)
NEVER PUT WATER ON IT
ROOM SHOULD BE READY FOR INSPECTION AT WHAT TIMES?
7AM
3:30PM
Where can Bacteria, Germs, & Viruses commonly live in your home?
ANYWHERE! BUT MOST OFTEN:
Areas touched often – such as doorknobs, countertops, and bathroom surfaces – can have harmful pathogens.