The Emotional Turmoil and Fallout of Fighting to Regain Disability Coverage...These fears and questions did not abate after winning the appeal and continue to haunt me.... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Who are we, anyway?...(I was a member of this panel.) I’ve written about this panel before.... By Prof. Joanna Kempner1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Kicked Off Disability? What Are Your Options?...The notification letter explained I could appeal the decision within 180 days.... By Holly Harding4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Space in Between: Interictal Migraine Phase...In my opinion, the interictal phase is a grey area.... By Tom Picerno2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments56 comments
Low-Cost Options for Migraine Patients...Glassy water drops paint the window panes in my room in fleeting, translucent patterns. The water is mesmerizing to watch.... By Kyky Knight6 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Getting a Cognitive Neuropsychology Evaluation for Disability...This evaluation was but one part of the larger appeal we compiled.... By Holly Harding2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments30 comments
Migraine CareLine: Free Resource for Financial, Insurance, and Disability Assistance...Patients are paired with caseworkers who are particularly skilled in the area the person needs assistance with.... By Kerrie Smyres3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Realizing you're anxious only when it's too late...I was feeling a little run down the day of the panel, but not particularly worked up or nervous.... By The Migraine Girl2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
What A Migraine Feels Like to Me...I might as well be at an arena with spotlights blaring in every part of the ceiling.... By Amanda Osowski2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What's In Your Toolbox? - Migraine and Cannabinoids...For some people, cannabinoids appear to reduce pain levels.... By Shoshana Lipson5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Migraine Symptoms: Transient Aphasia...They are called Broca’s area and Wernicke’s area. Each area controls different parts of language — 1. Function, and 2. Understanding.... By ellen6 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments24 comments
Why do we seem so withdrawn?...This is a video you can share with close family and friends to explain why we may appear withdrawn or not ourselves when we are dealing with migraine.... By Lisa Robin Benson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
What's Your Secret: Sight...From how our eyes appear when an attack is pending, to the role of aura, to how exquisitely sensitive our eyes can feel before, during, and after an attack... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
Living with the Migraine Monster...New and confusing symptoms can appear out of the blue.... By Shoshana Lipson4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Patient Centered Clinical Trials...I had the privilege of being on the patient panel. After each presentation, the panel was asked for feedback.... By Katie M. Golden5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How to Handle Insurance Denials and Limits...Insurance companies provide a timeframe in which you can file an appeal. If your insurance company denies your claim, you can file an appeal.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Circle of Life: Parenting a Child who has Migraine...I recognize the signs: she looks quite pale, her eyes appear dull, she is moody and withdrawn.... By Elizabeth Roberts-Zibbel4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
Miles for Migraine Experience...It was a quiet, sheltered area that you could just sit in a calm space.... By Tom Picerno2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What If Migraines Were Visible?...We can walk, we can talk and we even can appear to be firing on all cylinders.... By Holly Harding2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments83 comments