Migraine Headaches Among University Students
Author Information
Author(s): Oztora Serdar, Korkmaz Osman, Dagdeviren Nezih, Celik Yahya, Caylan Ayse, Top Mehmet S, Asil Talip
Primary Institution: Trakya University
Hypothesis
What is the prevalence of migraine headaches among university students in Edirne, Turkey?
Conclusion
Migraine headaches are common among university students, with a prevalence similar to that of adults.
Supporting Evidence
- 43.7% of participants reported having at least two headaches in the last three months.
- 7.2% of participants were diagnosed with migraine-type headaches using the ID Migraine™ test.
- The female-to-male ratio in the migraine group was 2.7:1.
Takeaway
Many university students get migraines, which can make it hard for them to study and do well in school.
Methodology
Cross-sectional study using the ID Migraine™ test to screen for migraine headaches among university students.
Limitations
The study's timing may affect prevalence rates, and the screening method may vary in effectiveness.
Participant Demographics
Participants were university students aged 17 to 39, with a near-equal gender distribution.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p < 0.001
Statistical Significance
p < 0.001
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