""Migraines can make dating and social life way more complicated than most people realize," says Dr. Mina Mufti, a neurologist, headache specialist, and migraine educator who regularly shares content about living with migraine online. "Attacks can come out of nowhere, so it's hard to plan ahead. A lot of people end up canceling at the last minute, which can easily be misunderstood as flakiness or lack of interest. On top of that, so many typical dates - coffee, drinks, loud restaurants, crowded places - can actually trigger or worsen migraines.""
""just a bad headache""
Dating often involves awkward logistics and low-pressure plans that can quickly become problematic for people living with migraine. Migraine is a neurological condition that goes far beyond "just a bad headache" and can include sudden attacks, chronic fatigue, brain fog, irritability, and anticipatory anxiety. Typical date settings such as coffee shops, bars, loud restaurants, and crowded places can trigger or worsen attacks. Last-minute cancellations are common due to unpredictability and can be misunderstood as disinterest. Clear, early communication about needs, limits, and likely scenarios can reduce misunderstandings and make dating more manageable for people with migraine.
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