Migraine is one of the most disabling and severe neurological brain conditions. There are a few characteristics that are required in order for migraines to be diagnosed properly.
According to the International Headache Society, an individual will have likely experienced a moderate to severe throbbing headache on one side of the head lasting between four hours and three days, at least five times before a migraine diagnosis can be made. The throbbing quality of the migraine may be the reason why an individual might refrain from any sort of physical activity.
During a migraine attack it is not uncommon for individuals to experience symptoms of depression and anxiety, but these symptoms alone don’t mean a diagnosis of depression or anxiety is necessary. In these cases, differentiating how often these symptoms occur is going to be the key to discovering the best treatment approach. It is advisable to be as forthcoming and honest about your symptoms as possible to aid in the treatment process.
MIGRAINE AND NEURODIVERGENT COMORBIDITIES
Comorbidity is the presence of two or more chronic conditions in one person. One such common comorbidity is that of migraine and various neurodivergent conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and bipolar. Many studies have shown that this type of comorbidity appears more frequently than could be expected by chance.
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MIGRAINES AND DEPRESSION:
Migraine has been noted to occur frequently in those with depression, particularly females with severe depression. Migraine with aura is the most common type of migraine associated with depression.
