HHS HealthBeat (May 01, 2006)

Kids' headaches 5

Strine says children with headaches were more likely to have attention problems, and problems with home life and friends:

A: "They were 2.6 times more likely to be hyperactive or inattentive, and 3.2 times more likely to have peer problems. Additionally, these difficulties impaired home lives, friendships, classroom learning and leisure activities." (13 seconds)

Last revised: August, 15 2006