Date of Award
5-2025
Culminating Project Type
Starred Paper
Styleguide
apa
Degree Name
Special Education: M.S.
Department
Special Education
College
School of Education
First Advisor
James Pickle
Second Advisor
Brian Valentini
Third Advisor
Steven McCullar
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License.
Keywords and Subject Headings
personal hygiene, special education, intellectual developmental disabilities (IDD), cognitive teaching strategies
Abstract
Personal hygiene is how one properly takes care of one's body. Specifically, when addressing personal hygiene within special education, it is essential for both health (e.g., teeth cleaning to prevent cavities and gum disease) and social reasons, such as maintaining a good appearance (TASCC, 2024). For some, personal hygiene feels second nature; for others, it becomes an enjoyable routine built over years of observation and guidance in mastering each step. However, this is not the same circumstance for everyone. Some individuals with disabilities experience significant barriers and difficulties in learning, practicing, and maintaining healthy personal hygiene skills. The challenge is exacerbated when assistance is not available. The challenge of teaching individuals with disabilities the importance of maintaining healthy personal hygiene lies in the scarcity of literature and research-based resources. For individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), mastering daily life skills like personal hygiene is crucial for fostering positive self-esteem, building strong relationships, improving job prospects, and maintaining overall health. In the proposed review, data and scholarly resources will examine the importance of maintaining good hygiene for people with disabilities and discuss solutions such as teaching strategies.
Recommended Citation
Courneya, Morgan N., "The Effect of Cognitively-Based Teaching Strategies on Personal Hygiene Practices Among Individuals With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities" (2025). Culminating Projects in Special Education. 233.
https://repository.stcloudstate.edu/sped_etds/233
