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Moods that predict coming migraine headaches.

Jinni A Harrigan1, John R Kues, David F Ricks

  • 1Department of Family Medicine, University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine, 231 Bethesda Ave., M.L. no. 582, Cincinnati, OH 45267, U.S.A. Department of Psychology, University of Cincinnati, M.L. no. 376, Cincinnati, OH 45221 U.S.A.

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|December 1, 1984
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Summary

Migraine headaches are linked to specific mood changes, particularly feelings of constraint and fatigue. Monitoring mood can help predict and manage migraine episodes, reducing their impact on patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Psychiatry
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Anecdotal evidence suggests a link between mood changes and migraine headaches.
  • Empirical investigation into this relationship has been limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To empirically investigate the relationship between mood states and migraine headache occurrence.
  • To identify specific mood indicators that correlate with migraine episodes.

Main Methods:

  • 17 migraine sufferers tracked headache occurrence and intensity.
  • Mood was recorded using 10 indicators three times daily for 21-75 days.
  • Headaches were correlated with concurrent and preceding mood states (12-36 hours prior).

Main Results:

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  • Significant correlations were found between headache episodes and preceding mood states.
  • Feelings of constraint and fatigue showed the highest correlation with migraine headaches.
  • Mood changes can serve as predictors for migraine onset.

Conclusions:

  • Mood changes, especially constraint and fatigue, are empirically linked to migraine headaches.
  • Predicting migraine episodes through mood monitoring offers potential for improved headache management.
  • This research opens avenues for non-pharmacological interventions to lessen migraine impact.