Robbins Headache Clinic Blog
“How I Learned To Stop Protecting My Loved Ones From My Migraine” from Healthline
“Isn’t the trail of our relationships the time it takes for the heart to practice its part in the movement we call Love?” asks Mark Nepo in “The Book of Awakening,” a collection of daily readings I’ve read every single day for 3 years. This is the story of how my...
“27 Foods That Can Give You More Energy” from Healthline
Many people feel tired or rundown at some point during the day. A lack of energy could affect your daily activities and make you less productive. Perhaps not surprisingly, the type and quantity of food you eat play essential roles in determining your energy levels...
“Light: A Therapy (And Trigger) For Migraine” from VeryWellHealth
While some light can worsen episodes, green light may ease them. The relationship between light and migraines is complicated. Bright lights can exacerbate migraine attacks, and aversion to light is very common during a migraine episode. Evidence suggests that...
“Tired At The Office? Take A Quick Break; Your Work Will Benefit” from Science Daily
Recent research shows that people are more likely to take "microbreaks" at work on days when they're tired -- but that's not a bad thing. The researchers found microbreaks seem to help tired employees bounce back from their morning fatigue and engage...
“The Evidence Connecting Migraine and Mental Health” from Medical News today
Whether they occur chronically or are episodic, migraine episodes can cause a lot of stress. Stress can also trigger migraine episodes, thereby leading to a vicious cycle that may feel hard to escape from. The link between migraine and mental health Migraine and...
“Navigating My Son’s A.D.H.D. Made Me Realize I Had It Too” from The New York Times
I heard my 7-year-old son’s cries of frustration loud and clear despite the closed door between us. Seconds earlier, I’d left him stationed at a desk in my bedroom, hoping he’d complete at least a portion of his virtual school assignments without me at his side...
“Examining the Links Between Migraine and Major Depressive Disorder” from Neurology Advisor
Patients with migraine headaches are at greater risk for major depressive disorder (MDD), and a recent review published in Cureus suggests that the strong relationship between the conditions may be explained by a robust molecular genetic background.1 Migraine headache...
“Lingering Effects of COVID-19: The Migraine That Just Won’t Go Away” from ABC 10
Patients are suffering from nerve damage that's caused persistent headaches and other symptoms. Doctors say they're not responding well to treatments. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — It's one of the most common side effects of a COVID-19 diagnosis - a migraine that just won't quit....
“Essential Oils May Be Wreaking Havoc On Your Skin” from The New York Times
When it comes to clean beauty, “natural” isn’t always best. Here’s what’s safe and beneficial, and what’s best to avoid. When Kristen Fanarakis emerged from a facial at an all-natural salon in Atlanta, her face did not have the fresh, glossy glow she had...
“How Foods May Affect Our Sleep” from The New York Times
A growing body of research suggests that the foods you eat can affect how well you sleep, and your sleep patterns can affect your dietary choices. This has not been a very good year for sleep. With the coronavirus pandemic, school and work disruptions and a...