Drink water
Rest in a quiet, dark room
Sleep if needed
Eat a light meal if you have not eaten
Take a break from screens
Use a cold compress on the forehead
Use a warm compress on the neck or shoulders
Stretch your neck and shoulders gently
Massage your temples, scalp, or neck
Reduce stress and practice slow breathing
Limit caffeine if it triggers headaches
Avoid alcohol
Check and improve posture
Get fresh air
Take over-the-counter pain relief as directed on the label
Avoid known headache triggers
Keep a regular sleep schedule
Exercise regularly
See a doctor if headaches are severe, frequent, sudden, or unusual