Are Migraines Genetic? What Actually Causes Headaches

Are migraines genetic—or are you stuck with headaches because they run in your family? In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves breaks down the truth about genetics and migraines. While family history can increase your risk, it doesn’t mean you’re destined to live with headaches forever. You’ll learn how genetics influence your body’s pain threshold, brain chemistry, and anatomy—but why they are NOT the root cause of your headaches. Dr. Taves introduces the Three Spoke Framework to explain how headaches actually develop and what you can do to take control of them. If you’ve ever been told “it’s just genetic,” this episode will challenge that belief and give you a clear, actionable path forward. 👉 You are not stuck—and this episode will show you why. Novera: Headache Center