Migraine in Adolescent Patients
Overview
Migraine attacks experienced by adolescents are just as disabling as those experienced by adults, often disrupting their social lives and education. What are the key features for diagnosing migraine in adolescents and what treatment options are available? What lifestyle modifications could help limit attacks and ease symptoms? Experts explain this and more.
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Videos
SMART Tips for Migraine in Adolescents
Identifying specific triggers and relieving factors for migraine attacks is a key aspect of controlling the pain. The mnemonic device SMART can help you and your adolescent patients remember some daily lifestyle tips to help prevent or reduce migraine attacks.
Behavioral Treatment for Children With Migraine
Behavioral treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy, relaxation techniques, healthy lifestyle habits, and biofeedback can be beneficial to anyone with migraine, especially children. Learn how to properly frame the recommendation for behavioral treatments.
News & Articles
Research Summary: Acute and Chronic Management of Posttraumatic Headache in Children
Summarized by Tracy B. Grossman, MD Headache®: The Journal of Head and Face Pain publishedRead More
Migraine in the Adolescent Patient Overview
Learn about the diagnosis, symptoms and treatment of migraine specifically for your adolescent patients. AlthoughRead More
Study on School Start Times Shows High Schoolers with Migraine Lack Adequate Sleep
While later start times did not correlate with fewer headache days per month, teenagers withRead More
From the Journal: Treating Chronic Headache in Adolescents with Group Education
Research from Headache suggests education on lifestyle factors may be an effective, low-cost method forRead More
From the Journal: sTMS for Migraine Treatment in Adolescents
New research suggest that the neuromodulation technique may be safe and effective for patients agesRead More
Podcasts
Special Populations: Migraine in Children
Migraine affects 39 million people in the United States, and one in 11 children have migraine. On this episode, pediatric neurologist Dr. Lauren Strauss explains diagnosis, lifestyle changes and treatments for children with migraine.
Prescribing a Migraine-friendly Lifestyle
Patients are often surprised by how much a lifestyle change can improve the severity and frequency of their migraine attacks. Find out what kinds of changes, from diet to exercise, Dr. Fred Cohen recommends sharing with patients.
Patient Resources
Getting the Right Care for Your Child with Migraine
The first step in migraine care for children is to seek the help of a healthcare provider. Learn tips to help you prepare for your visit.Read More
Migraine in Kids: Addressing the Impact
Learn how to stay involved in minimizing the negative effects of migraine in kids when it comes to your child’s quality of life. Read more.Read More
Caring for a Child with Migraine | The American Migraine Foundation
Enter your name and email for a free download of our guide on caring for a child with migraine. Read More
Concussion and Post-Traumatic Headache in Children | The American Migraine Foundation
Enter your name and email for a free download of our guide: Concussion and Post-Traumatic Headache in ChildrenRead More
Pediatric Migraine: A Guide for Parents
Lauren Doyle Strauss, DO, FAHS, talks about how parents can help identify, explain and manage their child’s pediatric migraine. Read More
“Why Do I Have Migraine?” and Answers to Other Questions that Children Have
Children likely have many questions about their migraine. Learn from Dr. Andrew Hershey some answers to their questions to help comfort them.Read More
Pediatric Migraine: A Primer for Teachers and School Nurses
Our primer on pediatric migraine for teachers and school nurses explains how to support students with migraine. Read more.Read More
“Why Do I Have Migraine?” and Answers to Other Questions that Children Have
Children likely have many questions about their migraine. Learn from Dr. Andrew Hershey some answers to their questions to help comfort them.Read More
Identifying and Removing Dietary Triggers in Children
What can parents do if certain foods trigger migraine attacks in their child? Learn about food triggers in children, and how elimination diets can help.Read More
Pediatric Migraine Action Plan
Learn how a pediatric migraine action plan can help your child with migraine flourish, even when they suffer attacks at school.Read More
Healthy Habits for Kids with Migraine
The following tips help kids with migraine follow healthy habits and give them a means of managing their symptoms. Read more.Read More
Advocating for Your Child with Migraine
How can you help your child manage their migraine? Read Dr. Marielle Kabbouche Samaha's tips to parents so you can be effective advocates for your kid.Read More
MRI for Kids: When is Brain Imaging Necessary?
When is an MRI necessary for kids with headaches? Dr. Meghan S. Candee offers insights on how to discuss imaging for children to parents.Read More
How Comprehensive Headache Centers Can Help Patients with Pediatric Migraine
We spoke with Dr. Jessica Gautreaux, child neurologist and headache specialist, about the role comprehensive headache centers can play.Read More
Migraine in Children
Learn how migraine affects children, what treatments are available and how to help your child manage their migraine.Read More
How Later High School Start Times Helps Teens with Migraine
Learn more about a new study that shows later high school start times mean fewer headache days for teens with migraine.Read More
Transitioning to Adulthood with Migraine | American Migraine Foundation
Download the American Migraine Foundation guide on Transitioning to Adulthood with Migraine for tips on how to make this transition as smooth as possible.Read More
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