Healing Hygiene: A Journey to Self-Care

Shaneira DaSilva

Tier 2

Lesson Plan

Healing Hygiene: A Journey to Self-Care

Teach basic hygiene skills

This lesson aims to review and teach basic hygiene skills for students who engage in self-harming behaviors or have experienced trauma. Over the course of five weeks, students will learn the importance of personal hygiene for physical and mental well-being through trauma-informed, experiential, and active learning strategies.

Audience

High School Students

Time

5 weeks, 30 min/week

Approach

Trauma-Informed Teaching, Experiential Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Hygiene Worksheet, Hands-On Hygiene Activity, and Reflection Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction to Hygiene

5 mins

Briefly introduce the topic of personal hygiene and its importance for physical and mental health.
Establish a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
Discuss the agenda for the 5-week session.

Step 2

Week 1: Understanding Hygiene

25 mins

Discussion: Use the discussion questions to explore students' current understanding and feelings around hygiene.
Activity: Initiate a group activity where students list daily hygiene practices and their benefits.
Worksheet: Distribute the 'Hygiene Worksheet' and let students fill it out during the session or as homework.

Step 3

Week 2: Hygiene and Self-Worth

30 mins

Discussion: Discuss how personal hygiene can impact self-esteem and self-worth.
Activity: Have students participate in a role-playing activity where they practice good hygiene habits.
Worksheet: Use a reflection worksheet to document their feelings and experiences after the activity.

Step 4

Week 3: Overcoming Barriers

30 mins

Discussion: Talk about common barriers to maintaining hygiene, especially in relation to trauma and self-harming behaviors.
Activity: In small groups, brainstorm solutions to these barriers and share with the class.
Worksheet: Have students complete a worksheet identifying their personal barriers and potential solutions.

Step 5

Week 4: Creating a Routine

30 mins

Discussion: Discuss the importance of creating a routine for maintaining hygiene.
Activity: Work with students to create personalized hygiene routines. Utilize a template if necessary.
Worksheet: Distribute and fill out routine templates during the session.

Step 6

Week 5: Reflection and Moving Forward

30 mins

Discussion: Reflect on what students have learned and how their perception of hygiene has changed.
Activity: Encourage students to share their hygiene routines and any adjustments they've made.
Worksheet: Have students fill out a final reflection worksheet on their progress and plans moving forward.
Closure: Summarize the key points from the entire session and provide encouragement for maintaining good hygiene practices.

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Discussion

Hygiene Discussion Questions

Guided discussion questions to help students explore their understanding and feelings about personal hygiene.

What do you think of when you hear the word 'hygiene'?

Explore initial thoughts and feelings, ensure a supportive environment.

How does maintaining good hygiene make you feel about yourself?

Discuss connections between hygiene and self-esteem, share personal stories.

What are some challenges you face in maintaining good hygiene?

Identify barriers, discuss openly, and brainstorm coping strategies.

Worksheet

Hygiene Worksheet

A worksheet designed to help students identify daily hygiene practices and their benefits.

List five daily hygiene practices you follow.

Think about activities like brushing teeth, showering, etc.

What are the benefits of each hygiene practice you listed?

Consider both physical and mental health benefits.

Worksheet

Reflection Worksheet

A worksheet for students to reflect on their feelings and experiences after hygiene activities.

How do you feel after practicing the hygiene habits we discussed?

Focus on emotional and physical sensations.

What changes have you noticed in your mood or self-esteem?

Think about any positive or negative changes.

Worksheet

Hygiene Routine Template

A template to help students create a personalized hygiene routine.

List your daily hygiene activities in the order you will do them.

Be as detailed as possible to establish a clear routine.

How will you ensure you stick to this routine?

Think about reminders, motivations, and support systems.