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Problematic headaches

The Mental Health support team in schools (MHST) have developed two resources that are aimed at supporting those who suffer with problematic headaches.

What is the extent of the problem?

Headache disorders are second in the world in terms of impact on wellbeing in the 10-24 year age group. Studies undertaken at West Exe school in Exeter show that the headache burden is large, up to 30% of students have problematic headache two or more times a week with impact on quality of life and school performance. Headache is a particular problem with associated mental health. The needs of young people with headache are largely unmet and poorly addressed.

To read these resources, click the links below:

Signposting for parents and carers

Signposting for children and young people