Is it stigmatizing to have migraine?...We used a measure called the ‘Stigma Scale for Chronic Illness’ that assesses both enacted and felt stigma.... By Prof. Joanna Kempner2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments23 comments
Re-Framing Migraine...Disease stigma can be reversed.... By Dr. William B. Young4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments26 comments
The Invisibility of Chronic Pain...Research shows that pain can also come with the additional challenge of stigma.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Why I Prescribe Advocacy for Migraine...Advocacy is the strongest antidote to self-stigma and self-stigma is a very toxic substance. Let me elaborate.... By Dr. William B. Young5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Bonnets and Migraine: Challenging The Stigma of Both...and significant being characterized in a negative light can add to that stigma for some.... By Kyky Knight4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Woke Up From Sleep...The stigma in society is real about brain-related illnesses. Just like there is a stigma against drinking and smoking. I can do it in private.... By hitesh-goenka2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
The Stigma Around Pain and Medications...In recent years, a new kind of stigma has arisen along with the opioid epidemic.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Understanding Chronic Illness...Stigma.... By afadedpicture3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
William B. Young, MD, FAHS...Young’s extensive research profile, including research pertaining to migraine and stigma can be found here.Click here to read all of Dr.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Shatter the Stigma With Migraine Memes...So how can we lighten the frustration and shatter the stigma and misconceptions that cloud this serious disease?... By Migraine.com Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Spoons, and How to Start a Good Conversation...We have finalized recommended language and images to use and not use that we hope will reduce the stigma of migraine.... By Dr. William B. Young2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments25 comments
Jaime Sanders...Having a debilitating illness which carries a stigma is no easy life to live. ... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Chronic Migraine, Mental Health, and Invisible Illness Stigma...Individuals suffering from these conditions may face stigma from family, friends, society, and even health care practitioners in some cases.... By Amanda Workman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments26 comments
What Migraine Looked Like For Me on This Particular Day: #Migraineselfie #Migrainevideo...It can also help those without migraine to understand more of where you're coming from and will be one more step in fighting the stigma.... By The Migraine Girl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Migraineurs: The Best Fakers in the World...People with migraines are constantly accused of faking pain and attacks to get attention and/or get out of responsibilities and required events. I would argue migraineurs ARE the biggest fakers... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments51 comments
Mental Health Myths and Facts...Because of the stigma around mental health conditions, it is important to know the facts.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Help Find a Cure. Walk or Run With Us!...This is social stigma.... By milesformigraine1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Migraines & Mental Health: Disability...There is still far more stigma associated with mental health issues than with other types of disorders.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Why “It’s Just a Headache” Bothers Us So Much...The stigma is so pervasive that most of us cannot find qualified doctors who actually believe us.... By tammy-lrome3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
