7. You experience chronic migraines and headaches
During a stressful period, there’s a risk you could develop a splitting headache—or even worse, an annoying migraine. While there are many medical factors and lifestyle habits (tobacco use, poor diet, or lack of physical activity) that contribute to migraine attacks, a study from the American Academy of Neurology shows that stress is associated with tension-type headaches and migraines.
“Chronic inflammation in the brain [due to stress] can affect blood flow, and therefore can trigger migraines and headaches,” Kaiser explains.
