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FEATURES
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Don ’ t Go It Alone
Every migraine sufferer has heard a loved one say , “ It ’ s just a headache .” But you know better . Learn how to get the support you deserve from the people who matter most in your life . By Matt Alderton
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The Magnificent Seven
If you have regular head pain , stress is unavoidable . But anxiety doesn ’ t have to send your already agonizing headaches over the edge . Try these seven tips for keeping your stress triggers in check . By Jim Distasio
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Mind Over Migraine
Once the pain starts , it can push everything else out of your head . But being aware of how your body reacts to headaches can help you manage your condition . That ’ s why many sufferers are turning to biofeedback . By Erin Golden
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A Second Opinion
If you ’ ve had migraines and headaches for years and nothing your general practitioner tries seems to help , it might be time to put your care in the hands of a headache specialist . By Jessica Royer Ocken
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