Chronic migraines and anxiety share similar neuro-pathways. High levels of adrenaline and cortisol keep the nervous system in a state of high alert, physically lowering the threshold required to trigger a migraine.
Long-term pain rewires the brain to be more sensitive to all stimuli. Managing mental health through therapy, meditation, or medication is a vital component of successful migraine prevention. Track your mood alongside your attacks to identify if anxiety peaks correspond with your attack frequency.
The Relief app correlates your attacks with weather, sleep, food, and more — automatically.
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