Headache Disorders in children and adolescents (6-17 years old): A parent education guide
This comprehensive resource empowers parents and families to effectively support children and teens (ages 6-17) who suffer from migraine and other headache disorders. It provides a clear overview of the criteria for diagnosing migraine and tension headaches, and explains two key strategies for managing migraine: acute migraine treatment and migraine prevention.
The guide covers both over-the-counter and prescription medication options, and offers practical self-management tips for daily headache prevention. These include advice on physical activity, sleep, diet, mind-body connection, maintaining a migraine diary, and using neuromodulation devices. Additionally, it provides a list of valuable online resources.
Developed in collaboration with the Canadian Headache Society, the Pediatric Canadian Headache Network (PeCaHN), and the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario, this guide is a trusted resource for families.
For convenience, Migraine Canada also offers a concise 1-page version (printed front and back) of the guide, perfect for quick reference.
Remember, any child experiencing headaches at any age should consult a healthcare provider.
Guidebook for Headache Disorders in Children and Adolescents
1 page (front and back) version of the full Education Guide
Troubles de céphalées chez les enfants et les adolescents
