Tension Headaches are undoubtedly more common in people suffering from anxiety and depression and effective treatment of these conditions may result in improvement of the headache.

This headache usually affects both sides of the head, often involving the back of the head and neck but also frequently the sides and front of the head. Commonly, the entire head is affected in a diffuse manner. The pain is described as a dull, aching or squeezing but others often describe sensations such as fullness, tightness or pressure. Sometimes there may be the sensation that the head is surrounded by a band or being compressed in a vice.

If you suspect your headache is due to excess anxiety and stress, it may be helpful to try some depp breathing and relaxtion exercises to calm down. There are very good herbal supplements such as MindSoothe and MiGone Plus  that work to ease headaches caused by anxiety and tension.