Abstract: Primary headache disorders in childhood mainly include migraine, tension headache and cluster headache. Children who present with headaches are common in the neurological clinic. It is generally believed that its pathogenesis is a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Repeated episodes of headaches seriously affect the physical and mental health of children and bring great burdens to their families, schools and society. Some children may have started out with chronic daily headache. Primary headache disorders may continue into adulthood. Therefore, it is extremely important to diagnose and treat the primary headache in children. Physiological and psychological interventions should be offered for children with primary headaches. A multidisciplinary approach, including drugs, psychology and sociology, is required. Children with primary headaches need to improve lifestyles and avoid predisposing factors. Effective management for the primary headache requires a multi-pronged approach. This article reviews the clinical manifestations, the diagnosis and treatment of primary headache disorders in childhood.

Key words: headache disorders, migraine, vascular headaches, tension-type headache, child, review