Many of these methods can be used to prevent the onset of headaches, while others are used to treat an actual attack. Biofeedback therapy electronically monitors the body's senses, such as temperature and muscle tension. This electronic information is signaled back to the patient. The goal is to reduce symptoms associated with headache, such as muscle tension, and ultimately reduce the frequency and severity of headache attacks. A trained clinical psychologist or biofeedback technician administers biofeedback.
Cognitive therapy is the process where people learn to control their thoughts.
Psychologists and other health-care professionals who practice cognitive therapy help people reduce negative thought processes. For many, the frequency and severity of headaches may actually be a signal of how hectic and stressful life may be for them. Lifestyle changes can help reduce the frequency and severity of headaches. Long periods of fasting, and dramatic swings in blood sugar levels, may cause an increase in headaches. Limit caffeine and smoking.