Prevalence of Headaches and Their Subtypes Among Medical Students: A Cross-Sectional Survey at Bahcesehir University, Turkey

This study aimed to assess headache prevalence and the impact of lifestyle choices among medical students at Bahçeşehir University, Istanbul, Turkey. A cross-sectional survey of 180 participants was conducted, revealing that 78.80% reported headache occurrences. Tension-type headaches were the most common, with a prevalence rate of 59.50%. Lifestyle factors, such as irregular sleep schedules, dissatisfaction with academic performance, lack of exercise, and the use of electronic devices for studying, were correlated with headache occurrence. These findings underscore the need for tailored interventions to enhance sleep patterns, manage stress, promote balanced lifestyle habits, and encourage physical activity among medical students.