Episode 45: How to Recognize and Treat Stress-Related Headaches in Kids

Summary

This episode explores stress-related headaches in children and teens, focusing on diagnosis, causes, and management strategies. Dr. Gretchen Hoyle shares insights on how stress manifests physically and emotionally, and offers practical advice for parents and caregivers.

Key Topics

• Stress and physical symptoms in children
• Differentiating migraines and tension headaches
• Role of sleep, hydration, and lifestyle triggers
• Autonomic nervous system and anxiety connection
• Treatment options including medication and coping skills

  
  

 Sound Bites

"Headaches deserve a medical evaluation."

"Poor sleep creates a cycle of headaches."

"Managing anxiety can reduce headache frequency."

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Stress-Related Headaches in Youth

08:40 Identifying Triggers and Patterns of Headaches

12:48 Breaking the Cycle of Headaches

23:49 Introducing MindBridge Behavioral Health

Resources

American Migraine Foundation - https://americanmigrainefoundation.org/

MindBridge Behavioral Health - https://mindbridgebehavioralhealth.com/

Sumatriptan (Triptan medication) - https://www.drugs.com/sumatriptan.html

Rizatriptan (Triptan medication) - https://www.drugs.com/rizatriptan.html

NSAIDs (e.g., Motrin) - https://www.drugs.com/mtm/ibuprofen.html

Guest Links

Website - https://mindbridgebehavioralhealth.com/