GENDER DIFFERENCES IN THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN STRESS AND MIGRAINE: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

Abstract

Chronic disease patients, particularly those with neurological disorders like migraine, often experience psychiatric comorbidities such as depression and anxiety. Migraine, affecting cognitive variables including stress and depression, can lead to psychological consequences. This study investigates the relationship between stress and migraine headaches in both men and women in Bahawalpur. Conducted in the field, this research employed a questionnaire for data collection and utilized SPSS software for analysis. The sample group comprised 60 individuals, with 30 healthy subjects and 30 migraine headache sufferers randomly selected. Stress tests were conducted on the participants, and the (t) method was applied for analysis. The results indicate a stronger association between stress and migraine in women compared to men. This research sheds light on gender differences in the stress-migraine relationship, providing insights for targeted interventions and treatment strategies.