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What is Pituitary Adenylate Cyclase-Activating Polypeptide, also known as PACAP, and how does it affect migraine? Host Lindsay Weitzel discusses PACAP and its relationship with migraine with Professor of Molecular Physiology, Biophysics, and Neurology, Andrew Russo.

Have you ever felt like you might be experiencing burnout from migraine disease or another headache disorder? In this week's episode of #HeadWise Lindsay Weitzel, PhD talks to pain psychologist Dawn Buse, PhD about burnout related to migraine and other headache diseases. Chronic pain, stigma, missed work, insurance, doctor's appointments, etc can get to us all. How do we know the difference between burnout and depression? What can we do to overcome migraine and chronic pain burnout?

Why is everyone talking about the vagus nerve? What does it do? How is it related to migraine and cluster headache? Is it related to other types of chronic pain? Tune in to this episode of #HeadWise as host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD asks headache specialist Shin Beh, MD to explain to us the mysteries of the vagus nerve. Learn more about Shin Beh, MD: https://www.vestibularmd.com/home

In this episode of HeadWise host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD asks headache psychologist Dawn Buse, PhD, about information from her impactful acceptance speech for the Women's Health Science Award from the American Headache Society titled "Caring for Women with Migraine Benefits Everyone". Listen in as Dr. Buse presents data from her extensive research career to illustrate the "ripple effect" it has on families and society when we focus on helping women who are affected by migraine.

Host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, asks headache specialist Vince Martin, MD, to address the questions from our audience members after our recent episode titled: Fibromyalgia as a Migraine Comorbidity. Why do we get cognitive dysfunction? How should we start exercising? What is dry needling and who does it? What do we do about the fatigue? What medications should we ask our provider about and more. Tune in!

Learn about the distinct symptoms, diagnostic criteria, and treatment options for vestibular migraine. Gain useful insights into its differentiation from other vestibular disorders like Meniere's disease and BPPV (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo). This episode explores the common misdiagnoses, triggers, and the hopeful outlook for managing vestibular migraine effectively.

Tune in to this month's HeadWise News episode with host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD and headache specialist Tim Smith, MD, as they discuss the latest in headache and migraine research. Ever wonder what type of exercise is best for migraine? Can CGRP monoclonal antibodies affect blood pressure in some people? Is there a difference between right sided and left sided migraine? Find answers to these questions and more!

Join Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, and Dawn Buse, PhD, for a discussion on the relationship between migraine and depression. They explore how these conditions often coexist, sharing practical tips for managing symptoms.

Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, and Dawn Buse, PhD, explore practical strategies for managing anxiety. They discuss importance of recognizing the distinction between occasional bouts of anxiety and the presence of an anxiety disorder that requires professional intervention. They also highlight various effective methods for managing anxiety, including relaxation techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy, and medication when necessary. This discussion serves as a reminder that it's okay to ask for help and that resources and support are available for those struggling with anxiety

Can MSG actually cause a headache or migraine attack? Lindsay Weitzel, PhD talks with headache specialist Fred Cohen, MD about what MSG is and how it can affect our headache disorders and migraine disease. They discuss what foods it can be found in, the history of why people worry about MSG, and more.