Having ADHD and migraine at the same time can be difficult to unravel. With so many overlapping symptoms, it’s hard to tell which is which. I have a hard time telling when an attack is about to hit during times my ADHD is worse, like right before my period — conveniently also when I tend…

When Alicia Wolf found out that she had chronic vestibular migraine, she turned her diagnosis into determination and began to create a diet that worked for her. Then she began to share her recipes with others in the vestibular community because there were not many options available at that time. I had an opportunity to…

When I first heard about a 504 plan, I thought Oh that’s just for sick kids. Then it became clear that my child was “one of those kids.” Migraine can be debilitating, and I realized 504 accommodations were needed for her to thrive. Every journey is different, but one common thread is our drive to…

Sudden change in routine and living conditions can be a tough adjustment for anyone to make. For students living with migraine, the transition from high school to college can be one that presents unique challenges. Preparing before moving out to school is a critical part of making the adjustment as stress-free as possible. Start Preparing…

The migraine and headache communities are digging in and really moving the bar for advocacy. Advocating for kids is important, but think about the impact on advocacy when the kids and teens share their stories and voices. Not only is advocacy important, but the empowerment one gets from advocacy is crucial. How can kids get…

Spring has officially sprung! After a long winter in many regions, this time of year brings the promise of more daylight, warmer weather, outdoor activities and vacation breaks. On the flip side, spring can also trigger seasonal allergies and even migraine for some.¹ Headaches, common during the warmer months, could actually be migraine which is…

For those of us in the headache community, MHAM probably means Migraine Headache Awareness Month every June. But there’s another MHAM that can be just as important to our group that has been going on throughout the month of May – Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health is an incredibly significant piece of the puzzle…

Spring is here which for many means enjoying the new leaves on trees and the blooming flowers. But spring can also cause issues for people with migraine disease. We will look at some of the common problems spring can bring. 1. Allergies Spring for many means seasonal allergies. The air is full of pollen which…