- Published17 Sep 2018
- Reviewed17 Sep 2018
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Author
Kristina Reznikov
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BrainFacts/SfN
From headache to heartache, pain is a universal and vital part of the human experience. So is the drive to avoid it. A typical migraine, for example, is an excruciating event involving a throbbing headache, nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound. Fortunately, pain research offers hope that we will continue to develop the science of alleviating pain without devastating side effects. Evidence also supports the use of alternative actions like yoga and mindfulness as treatments for various pain conditions.
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About the Author
Kristina is the web editor for BrainFacts.org. She graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park in 2009; after which she worked as an editor, designer, and publications director for a publishing company in Washington, DC.
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