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Below are brief summaries of more than 30 articles in the Excedrin Headache Resource Center Library. Clicking an articles from this list will open the Article Viewer in a new window.
Adverse Effects of Lack of Daylight
For some, seasonal change may bring on depression. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), its effects, and ways to treat including light therapy are discussed.
Anxiety and How it Affects Your Quality of Life
Know the differences between mild anxiety and problem anxiety. Warning signs of problem anxiety and related symptoms as well as steps to take to help yourself if you suffer from anxiety.
Biofeedback
What it is, how it is used and how it can help you gain control over headaches.
Children and Headaches
Important information on what you should know and what you can do for this surprisingly common occurrence.
Coping with Stress
Four ways to change your perceptions of the stresses in your life and six techniques you can use to relieve stress.
Daytime Fatigue
Fatigue is the most common health complaint after colds and flu. Facts and techniques to use to help beat fatigue are discussed.
Deep Relaxation
Deep relaxation and why it works in managing headache pain as well as 5 of the most commonly practiced deep relaxation techniques.
Exercise – Starting a Fitness Program
Why you should start one and the health benefits of an exercise program are discussed. Tips to getting started and staying motivated are also provided.
Family-Related Stress
Family stress can include spousal conflict, parenting responsibilities, busy schedules and financial worries. Four vital skills are discussed that can help you reduce stress in your family.
The Female Factor in Sleep Problems
Sleep problems occur in many women. This article explains why the menstrual cycle, pre-menstrual, pregnancy and menopause may play a role in sleeplessness. Tips for PMS and menopausal women suffering from sleeplessness are also given.
Financial Stress
Financial stress is very common for people at all income levels. Here are some causes of financial stress and some tactical approaches to managing stress.
Foods as Headache Triggers
Food is just one of many possible headache triggers. This article explains why some foods may be causing your headache, how to identify those foods and a list of foods to avoid that may trigger headaches.
Headache Prevention Exercises
Six practical, helpful approaches beyond pain relievers that can help including heat or ice, stretching, massage, relaxation techniques and exercise.
Holiday Stress
How to avoid it and enjoy the season. Why headaches increase during the holiday season and tips for reducing holiday stress.
How to Describe Your Headache Pain to Your Doctor
All doctors don't necessarily ask the right questions. You need to be able to properly and accurately describe all aspects of your headache pain including location, timing, duration, triggers, intensity, other side effects etc. Key descriptive words are also provided.
Massage Therapy
How massage works and basic techniques that may help you with self-massage as a natural aid to headache treatment are discussed.
Melatonin Controversy
Insights to help you decide whether or not to take Melatonin supplements and how certain lifestyle changes can help improve your body's natural levels of Melatonin.
The Mind-Body Connection
What you think may influence how you feel. Mind-body medicine examines the effects that emotional, psychological, social and spiritual factors can have on physical health.
Pain Flare-Up Coping Tips
Prolonged headache flare-ups can be physically and emotionally draining. The National Chronic Pain Outreach Association suggests these 5 easy-to-use techniques for handling a pain flare-up.
Psychological Contributors to Headaches
Emotional and psychological factors may play a role in your headache pain. This article explains the relationship between anxiety, depression and headache as well as some steps to take toward recognizing and correcting the problem.
Sleeping Less These Days
Sleep deprivation, also known as a "silent epidemic" because it is so widespread, isn't just about feeling tired. Lack of sleep can cause headaches, decreased mental sharpness, reduced creativity, irritability, feeling negative or unhappy.
Sleeplessness
Knowing when to seek medical attention for sleeplessness is important. This article discusses the 3 different degrees of sleeplessness: occasional, short-term and chronic. Proper "sleep hygiene" and when you may want to consider a sleep disorder center are also discussed.
Sleeplessness – Living With Someone Who Suffers
How to cope with the moodiness and irritability of someone who suffers from sleeplessness. Watching for warning signs, the three basic types of insomnia, keeping a sleep diary and changing personal habits are all discussed.
Support Groups for Headache Sufferers
Participating in a support group can be very helpful if you're a headache sufferer. Learn what to expect, as well as how to find one or start one of your own.
Tension Headache Treatments
Neck and shoulder exercises to ease muscle tension as recommended by headache experts including neck rotation, shoulder retraction and stretching.
Time-Health Connection
Too much to do in too little time is a common complaint. Causes for living with a time deficit may be caused by external as well as internal reasons and have physical repercussions. Many time management tips are given to help.
Traveling "Well"
Five ways to keep headaches from spoiling your trip.
Visiting a Headache Specialist
This article helps you determine when to seek medical attention for your headaches as well as what to expect on your first visit.
What Type of Headache Do You Have?
Recognizing what type of headache you have can be difficult. Symptoms, duration, causes and treatment are discussed for many types of headache including tension (the most common), migraine, cluster, rebound and sinus.
When to See a Doctor for Your Headaches
Why you should consult a doctor and more serious conditions that require immediate medical attention.
Work-Related Stress
Job stress is one of the leading adult health problems. Five tips for reducing job stress.
