Here's Why Fighting Migraine Stigma Matters

Why does fighting migraine stigma matter? That stigma we face may be more harmful than many people realize. Research shows increased stigma is linked with higher disease burden. Molly O'Brien breaks it all down in this Migraine Minute News Update. Read the study: https://bit.ly/4f8J6wv   Script: June is Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, and you're likely going to hear a lot about fighting migraine stigma. Let's take a look at why it really matters. Stigma is when someone is judged, dismissed, or treated unfairly because of a trait or condition. Through research, we're learning how harmful migraine stigma can be. According to the OVERCOME study, more than 30 percent of those living with migraine said they experience migraine stigma often or very often. The study found that increased migraine stigma was linked with higher disability, more burden between attacks, and lower quality of life, regardless of how many monthly headache days someone has. Researchers say the social context of migraine might actually have a bigger impact on quality of life than the number of headache days! With that, fighting stigma and spreading migraine awareness may help better the lives of all of us living with migraine.