Which symptom is characteristic of tension headaches in children?

Tension headaches in children are particularly characterized by their association with stress. Unlike migraines, which often involve pulsating or unilateral pain, tension headaches typically manifest as a dull, pressing pain that can be described as a tight band around the head. Children experiencing tension headaches may show this symptom in response to various stressors, including school pressures, family issues, or emotional distress. Recognizing that stress can trigger these headaches is essential for developing effective coping mechanisms and treatment plans to alleviate the pain and its associated stressors.

Visual disturbances, unilateral throbbing pain, and pulsating quality are symptoms more commonly associated with migraines rather than tension-type headaches, which helps differentiate between the two headache types in children.