Biomedical
Prevalence and profile of headache in school-going adolescents aged 10 – 19 years in Benin City: a cross sectional survey
Peer Reviewed
Abstract
Key Questions about Headache Prevalence in Adolescents
The article "Prevalence and Profile of Headache in School-Going Adolescents Aged 10–19 Years in Benin City: A Cross-Sectional Survey" investigates the prevalence, characteristics, and associated factors of headaches among adolescents in Benin City, Nigeria. The study found that 84% of the 486 surveyed students reported experiencing headaches in the past year, with 18.9% meeting the criteria for chronic daily headache. The most common impacts of headaches were poor concentration (22.6%), psychological stress (55.3%), and poor sleep (26.1%). These findings highlight the significant burden of headaches on adolescents' daily functioning and underscore the need for effective management strategies.
1. What is the prevalence of headaches among school-going adolescents in Benin City?
The study found that 84% of the surveyed adolescents reported experiencing headaches in the past year, indicating a high prevalence of headaches in this population.
2. What are the common impacts of headaches on adolescents?
The most common impacts reported were poor concentration (22.6%), psychological stress (55.3%), and poor sleep (26.1%), highlighting the significant effect of headaches on adolescents' daily functioning.
3. What are the common triggers for headaches among adolescents?
Psychological stress (55.3%) and poor sleep (26.1%) were identified as the most common headache triggers, suggesting the importance of addressing these factors in headache management.
