Ch. 1. What are headaches? -- ch. 2. The history of headaches -- ch. 3. Causes and risk factors -- ch. 4. Signs and symptoms -- ch. 5. Diagnosis, treatment, and management -- ch. 6. Long-term prognosis and potential complications -- ch. 7. Effects on family and friends -- ch. 8. Prevention -- ch. 9. Issues and controversies -- ch. 10. Current research and future directions.
Summary
"Every one of us had to deal with a headache at least once in his or her life. They can affect anyone, regardless of race, gender, age or pre-existing conditions. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly 50% of adults across the world will experience a headache in any given year. Headaches can be caused by external factors such as stress, medical conditions, toxic substances, or just become a condition on their own. Although a headache is most often a symptom of some else, many headaches can become real disorders with a significant impact on the quality of life of those affected"--
