Course Curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Welcome!
    • Intro: Migraine Masterclass
    • What to Expect
    • Glossary
  • 2

    Chapter 1: The True Impact of Migraine

    • Overview
    • Learning Objectives
    • Glossary
    • Intro: The True Impact of Migraine
    • Lesson 1: Migraine Can Be Far More Serious Than People Imagine
    • Lesson 2: Migraine Is One of the Most Disabling Disorders on the Planet
    • Lesson 3: Migraine Has a Ripple Effect On Life, Work and Relationships
    • Lesson 4: There Are Not Enough Specialists To Treat a Complex, Invisible Illness
    • Lesson 5: People With Migraine Aren't Getting the Care They Deserve
    • Lesson 6: Migraine Is a Multi-Phase Attack That Starts In the Brain
    • Lesson 7: Migraine Can Be Isolating, Debilitating and Life-Threatening
    • Lesson 8: Physical Pain of Migraine is Compounded By Emotional Pain
    • Lesson 9: The More You Learn, the Better You Will Do
    • Lesson 10: Stay Hopeful, Keep Fighting. Scientific Advancements Are Happening
    • Key Takeaways
    • Quiz
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  • 3

    Chapter 2: Not All Migraine Is Alike- Types and Symptoms

    • Overview
    • Learning Objectives
    • Glossary
    • Introduction: Not All Migraine Is Alike- Types and Triggers
    • Lesson 1: Differences Between Migraine With and Without Aura
    • Lesson 2: Migraine Can Have Many Strange and Sometimes Scary Symptoms
    • Lesson 3: Correct Diagnosis of Migraine is Essential for Treatment
    • Lesson 4: Chronic Migraine is More Than Just Attacks
    • Lesson 5: How Migraine Can Be a Pain In the Neck- Literally
    • Lesson 6: How Does Migraine Lead to Dizziness or Vertigo In Some People
    • Lesson 7: Tension Type and Cluster Headache
    • Lesson 8: Classification of Headaches
    • Key Takeaways
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  • 4

    Chapter 3: Migraine Triggers- A Very Personal Thing

    • Overview
    • Learning Objectives
    • Glossary
    • Intro: Migraine Triggers- A Very Personal Thing
    • Lesson 1: What Is a Migraine Trigger?
    • Lesson 2: Why Triggers Aren't Always Consistent
    • Lesson 3: What Are Some Commonly Considered Migraine Triggers?
    • Lesson 4: Triggers and Symptoms Can Be Easily Confused
    • Lesson 5: Migraine Can Refer Pain Around the Body
    • Lesson 6: Sleep Can Be a Trigger If Not Consistent and Good Quality
    • Lesson 7: Why Too Much Light Often Hurts While Darkness Can Relieve Pain
    • Lesson 8: Stress Elevates Our Vulnerability to Migraine and Tension Headaches
    • Lesson 9: Why a Storm Outside Could Trigger an Attack
    • Lesson 10: How Changing Female Hormones Can Trigger an Attack
    • Lesson 11: Food Triggers Can Easily Be Confused
    • Lesson 12: Teeth Grinding and Clenching Could Be a Hidden Factor
    • Lesson 13: If Exercise Is a Trigger, Start Slowly and Gently
    • Lesson 14: Accurately Predicting Triggers is Difficult
    • Lesson 15: Why Keeping a Record of Your Condition is Critical
    • Key Takeaways
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  • 5

    Chapter 4: Finding The Best Acute Treatments

    • Overview
    • Learning Objectives
    • Glossary
    • Introduction: Finding the Best Acute Treatments
    • Lesson 1: Developing a Treatment Plan
    • Lesson 2: What are the Firstline Treatments for an Acute Migraine Attack?
    • Lesson 3: What are Ditans and Gepants?
    • Lesson 4: Why Might Someone Fail on an Acute Treatment for Migraine?
    • Lesson 5: How Can Nausea Reduce the Effectiveness of Your Treatment?
    • Lesson 6: How Do You Know When to Treat a Migraine Attack?
    • Lesson 7: What are Nerve Blocks and How Might They Help?
    • Lesson 8: How Can People Avoid the Emergency Department?
    • Lesson 9: What Can People Take at Home When Acute Treatments Fail?
    • Lesson 10: Should People with Severe or Frequent Migraine Go to the ER?
    • Lesson 11: What Natural or Complementary Approaches Could be Considered?
    • Lesson 12: When Should You See a Specialist?
    • Lesson 13: What is the Benchmark of an Effective Acute Migraine Treatment?
    • Key Takeaways
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    Chapter 5: Choosing Preventive Therapies

    • Overview
    • Learning Objectives
    • Glossary
    • Intro: Choosing a Preventive Therapy
    • Lesson 1: When is Preventive Medication Needed?
    • Lesson 2: What is Medication Overuse Headache?
    • Lesson 3: When Should Prevention be Considered?
    • Lesson 4: What Prevention Strategies are Likely to be Recommended?
    • Lesson 5: Why Would Someone with Migraine Consider Botox for Migraine Treatment?
    • Lesson 6: Are There Any Preventive Treatments That May be Particularly Helpful to Prevent Migraine with Aura?
    • Lesson 7a: What is Neuromodulation?
    • Lesson 7b: Which Neuromodulation Devices are Now Available?
    • Lesson 8: What are the CGRP's?
    • Lesson 9: The Benchmark for an Effective Preventive Treatment
    • Key Takeaways
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    Chapter 6: Lifestyle And Alternative Preventives

    • Overview
    • Learning Objectives
    • Glossary
    • Intro: Lifestyle and Alternative Preventives
    • Lesson 1: What is Alternative Medicine?
    • Lesson 2: Why is Sleep So Important for Migraine Management?
    • Lesson 3: Can We Improve Our Response to Stress?
    • Lesson 4: Does Exercise Cause or Help Prevent Migraine?
    • Lesson 5: Is There a Best Diet for Migraine?
    • Lesson 6: Are There Any Supplements Worth Considering for Migraine?
    • Lesson 7: How Can Light Sensitivity be Effectively Managed or Treated?
    • Lesson 8: What is Biofeedback?
    • Lesson 9: What Role Does a Psychologist Have in Migraine Treatment?
    • Lesson 10: Does Acupuncture Help with Migraine?
    • Lesson 11: Sowing the SEEDS for Success
    • Key Takeaways
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    Chapter 7: Empowerment and Advocacy

    • Overview
    • Learning Objectives
    • Glossary
    • Intro: Empowerment and Advocacy
    • Lesson 1: Migraine Can Take a Devastating Personal Toll
    • Lesson 2: Migraine is Associated with Depression and Anxiety
    • Lesson 3: There are Constructive Ways to Better Manage Migraine with the Help of Others
    • Lesson 4: We Can Change Our Migraine Risks
    • Lesson 5: Medical Errors are Common, Not Just in Migraine
    • Lesson 6: Stigma Has Far Reaching Consequences for People with Migraine
    • Lesson 7: Becoming Informed and Engaged is Empowering
    • Lesson 8: Why There is Good Reason for Hope
    • Key Takeaways
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  • 9

    Migraine Masterclass Completion

    • Congratulations!
    • Wrap Up
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FAQ

  • How long does the Migraine Masterclass take to complete?

    The Migraine Masterclass is made up of 7 chapters. Each chapter is released each week from the time you enrol and designed to be completed in less than an hour. You can begin the Introduction and Chapter 1.

  • How much does it cost?

    The Migraine Masterclass is $97 USD. If your doctor recommended this eCourse there are coupons available so that you participate at no charge.

  • Who created the Migraine Masterclass?

    The Migraine Masterclass is an initiative of the World Health Education Foundation (WHEF) from the producers of the Migraine World Summit. WHEF is a registered 501(c)3 charity. All revenue raised goes towards supporting and advocating for those with migraine.