Migraine Severity Impacts Student Focus and Memory Skills

Research Summary

In a study published in Primary Health Care Research & Development, researchers explored how the severity of migraine-like symptoms affects executive functions in university students. The study included 427 participants, averaging 21 years old, who completed self-reported measures on migraines, attention, memory, and fluid intelligence. Results showed that more severe migraine-like symptoms were linked to greater attention (b = 0.109) and memory problems (b = 0.318), as well as issues in fluid intelligence (b = 0.243). An indirect effect was noted between attention and memory problems and fluid intelligence. The findings suggest migraines may mediate relationships between core and higher-level executive functions.

Study Details

📄 Title: Severity of migraine-like symptoms and its impact on executive functions in university students: a mediation model analysis.

👥 Research Team: Dilshad Manzar M et al.

📚 Published In: Prim Health Care Res Dev

📅 Publication Date: 2025 Dec 2

⚕️ Medical Disclaimer: This summary is generated automatically from recent migraine research. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical advice.