Boston: Children frequently get headaches, and a recent study examined potential lifestyle variables that may be contributing.
A group of Canadian researchers examined data on almost five million kids between the ages of five and seventeen, focusing on the relationship between frequent headaches—defined as headaches occurring more frequently than once a week—and particular behaviours.
Teenagers who vape regularly have a twofold increased chance of experiencing frequent headaches.
Regular meal skippers, such as those who missed breakfast, also had a significantly higher frequency of headaches.
Drinking alcohol, staying up late, using screens for more than 14 hours a week, and being around smoking in the home are some characteristics that may be involved.