trauma can cause headaches, both physically and psychologically. Here's how:
If you’ve hit your head or suffered a concussion, trauma can directly cause:
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Tension headaches
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Migraines
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Post-traumatic headaches (can last weeks to months after the injury)
These are especially common after:
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Falls
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Accidents
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Sports injuries
Even without a physical injury, mental trauma can lead to headaches due to:
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Chronic stress (tightens neck and scalp muscles)
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Anxiety
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Sleep disruption
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Hypervigilance (constant “fight-or-flight” state)
These usually show up as:
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Tension-type headaches (dull, tight pressure around the head)
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Stress migraines (throbbing, can come with nausea/sensitivity to light)