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The Importance of Proper Hygiene for Teenagers

“Maintaining personal hygiene is essential, especially during adolescence. Good hygiene practices prevent illnesses, promote confidence, and support a healthy lifestyle.”

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﻿﻿Define personal hygiene and explain its importance during adolescence.

﻿﻿identify at least five proper hyglene practices that help maintain personal health.

Demonstrate daily hygiene habits that prevent illness and promote confidence

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Personal hygiene refers to the dajly practices we do to keep our body clean and healthy.

For teenagers, this becomes even more important due to body changes during puberty.

WHY IS PERSONAL HYGIENE IMPORTANT?

﻿﻿Prevents body odor and acne

﻿﻿Reduces risk of illness and infection

﻿﻿Builds self-confidence and social comfort

Supports physical and mental well-being

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• Handwashing: Wash hands after toilet use. before eating, after touching shared surfaces.

• Bathing: Shower dally, especially after sweating or physical activity.

• Oral Care: Brush teeth twice daily, floss, and use mouthwash.

• Hair & Skin Care: Wash hair regularly, clean skin to prevent acne.

• Clothing: Wear fresh clothes daily and change undergarments regularly.

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Instructions: Answer the questions below to assess your understanding of personal hygiene.

Part A: Multiple Choice

1. What is the main reason personal hygiene is important for teenagers?

a. ﻿﻿﻿To save time

b. ﻿﻿﻿To reduce the risk of illness and boost confidence

c. ﻿﻿﻿To avoid physical activity

2. Which of the following is NOT a proper hygiene practice?

a. ﻿﻿﻿Brushing teeth twice a day

b. ﻿﻿﻿Wearing the same clothes for three days

c. ﻿﻿﻿Washing hands before eating

Part B: Short Answer

3. ﻿﻿﻿Name three hygiene habits that help prevent illness.

4. ﻿﻿﻿How does good personal hygiene help boost your confidence?