I was ready for wacky, 60-year-old hokum, but this is in line with what we understand about headaches today.

The big bit: headaches are a "cease and desist order for their way of life and obeyed the order."

The researchers -- including Dr. Harold Wolff, of Cornell, who is thought of as the father of modern headache research -- offered suggestions. Don't sweat the small stuff, don't overdo it on bad days, avoid useless worry and if you have frequent resentment, anxiety or disappointment modify your standards.

Also, when you put your hand to your head, purse your lips just so. It helps. Trust us.

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