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Neurology April 2014 PMID 24670889

Reduction in perceived stress as a migraine trigger: testing the "let-down headache" hypothesis.

Richard B Lipton, Dawn C Buse, Charles B Hall, Howard Tennen, Tiffani A Defreitas, Thomas M Borkowski, Brian M Grosberg, Sheryl R Haut

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Discussions highlight key points from the publication, such as mentions of how decreasing stress can trigger migraines, with phrases like 'stress lowering often leads to migraines' and questions about the clinical significance. The tone varies from informative to curious, reflecting both interest and recognition of the study's potential influence.

AgreementModerate agreement

Many posts acknowledge or relate positively to the study's findings about stress reduction and migraines, suggesting general agreement.

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The majority of discussions show high curiosity, with participants expressing interest in the link between stress patterns and migraines.

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While some posts briefly mention the topic, others delve into the potential implications, indicating moderate engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The shared posts hint at recognizing the importance of the research for migraine understanding, but there isn't widespread claims of immediate change or influence.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigated whether changes in perceived stress levels are linked to the onset of migraine attacks, focusing on the "letdown headache" hypothesis.
  • Results showed that while overall stress levels weren't directly related to migraines, a decline in stress from one evening to the next was associated with an increased likelihood of having a migraine in the following 6 to 18 hours.
  • This suggests that a sudden reduction in stress may serve as a warning sign for an upcoming migraine, offering potential opportunities for early intervention.]
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ひふみ頭痛外来
@dr_hifumi · X

「気の緩み頭痛」“let down headache” といいます。 片頭痛持ちはあるあるではないでしょうか？

Oct 31, 2025 · 64 likes · 8 shares · 6,065 followers View post →
Stiftung Kopfschmerz / Migräne
@kopfwehstiftung · X

Nachlassender #Stress im Alltag führt häufig zu einer #Migräne.

Aug 3, 2023 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 469 followers View post →
Stiftung Kopfschmerz / Migräne
@kopfwehstiftung · X

Nachlassender #Stress im Alltag führt häufig zu einer #Migräne.

Aug 15, 2024 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 469 followers View post →
T.Iiduka Welfare
@ti_Welfare · X

RT @dr_hifumi: 「気の緩み頭痛」“let down headache” といいます。 片頭痛持ちはあるあるではないでしょうか？

Oct 31, 2025 · 8 shares · 734 followers View post →
通り雨
@c_y_tomorrow · X

RT @dr_hifumi: 「気の緩み頭痛」“let down headache” といいます。 片頭痛持ちはあるあるではないでしょうか？

Oct 31, 2025 · 8 shares · 563 followers View post →
Fera de Rapier (she/her)
@FeradeRapier · X

RT @kopfwehstiftung: Nachlassender #Stress im Alltag führt häufig zu einer #Migräne.

Aug 15, 2024 · 2 shares · 77 followers View post →

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@saya_1069 · X

RT @dr_hifumi: 「気の緩み頭痛」“let down headache” といいます。 片頭痛持ちはあるあるではないでしょうか？

Nov 1, 2025 · 8 shares · 71 followers View post →
通り雨
@c_y_tomorrow · X

RT @dr_hifumi: 「気の緩み頭痛」“let down headache” といいます。 片頭痛持ちはあるあるではないでしょうか？

Oct 31, 2025 · 8 shares · 563 followers View post →
T.Iiduka Welfare
@ti_Welfare · X

RT @dr_hifumi: 「気の緩み頭痛」“let down headache” といいます。 片頭痛持ちはあるあるではないでしょうか？

Oct 31, 2025 · 8 shares · 734 followers View post →
もたすけ
@motamotapu · X

RT @dr_hifumi: 「気の緩み頭痛」“let down headache” といいます。 片頭痛持ちはあるあるではないでしょうか？

Oct 31, 2025 · 8 shares · 16 followers View post →
ひふみ頭痛外来
@dr_hifumi · X

「気の緩み頭痛」“let down headache” といいます。 片頭痛持ちはあるあるではないでしょうか？

Oct 31, 2025 · 64 likes · 8 shares · 6,065 followers View post →
Fera de Rapier (she/her)
@FeradeRapier · X

RT @kopfwehstiftung: Nachlassender #Stress im Alltag führt häufig zu einer #Migräne.

Aug 15, 2024 · 2 shares · 77 followers View post →
Lisa Mandernach
@Bergel76 · X

RT @kopfwehstiftung: Nachlassender #Stress im Alltag führt häufig zu einer #Migräne.

Aug 15, 2024 · 2 shares · 41 followers View post →
Stiftung Kopfschmerz / Migräne
@kopfwehstiftung · X

Nachlassender #Stress im Alltag führt häufig zu einer #Migräne.

Aug 15, 2024 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 469 followers View post →
Fera de Rapier (she/her)
@FeradeRapier · X

RT @kopfwehstiftung: Nachlassender #Stress im Alltag führt häufig zu einer #Migräne.

Aug 3, 2023 · 2 shares · 77 followers View post →
Lisa Mandernach
@Bergel76 · X

RT @kopfwehstiftung: Nachlassender #Stress im Alltag führt häufig zu einer #Migräne.

Aug 3, 2023 · 2 shares · 41 followers View post →
Stiftung Kopfschmerz / Migräne
@kopfwehstiftung · X

Nachlassender #Stress im Alltag führt häufig zu einer #Migräne.

Aug 3, 2023 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 469 followers View post →