Although one might hope that basic hygiene is common knowledge, everyone who's gone through adolescence knows that being around peers who practice good hygiene is a boon, not a right. Featuring two young hosts and expert pediatrician Dr. Peter Richel, The Basic Hygiene Video explores ways to deal with the more negative aspects of puberty and changing hormones. Following a basic format of identifying a problem, explaining why it's normal, and offering tips to combat it, topics covered include body odor (wash every day—with soap—and go easy on perfume or cologne), oral hygiene (maybe use a timer when brushing teeth), hair care (ask your folks what's best for you), and feet, hand, and skin care (with a focus on dreaded acne). Concluding with a recap, this straightforward, succinct guidance program is highly recommended. Editor's Choice. Aud: J, H, P. (J. Williams-Wood)
The Basic Hygiene Video
(2015) 19 min. DVD: $139.95 (teacher’s guide included). Human Relations Media. PPR. Closed captioned. ISBN: 978-1-62706-058-5. Volume 30, Issue 6
The Basic Hygiene Video
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