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Originally Posted by busgirl78
One of my biggest triggers right now is a headache I've been having. I've read and heard that anxiety itself causes headaches. I'm wondering if people that have experienced this could describe it. I mean, would you be able to describe the headache your'e getting? Your pain level, where your'e having pain, how long it lasts. And do meds (tylenol, other..) help? I guess I'm hoping to find out that this headache is just caused by my anxiety.. and not to worry. Thank you.
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hi busgirl78 ,
my headache are from tension that is caused by my anxiety level going up high . I usually would take aleve for the headache but I also do my relaxation techniques that my therapist gave me when my anxiety level is high . Also my high Anxiety list . here it is :
For High Anxiety
1) physical activity
2) deep breathing
3) mindfulness box
4) guided imagery
5) progressive muscle relaxation exercises
6) diversions
7) counteracting thoughts
a. think positive
8) relaxation exercises
9) journaling
10) mindfulness meditation
11) STOP technique
Diagnosis: Anxiety and depression
meds : Cymbalta 90 mgs at night
Vistaril 2 25 mgs daily for anxiety prn
50 mgs at night for insomnia