Durable Goods Orders. DEFINITION of 'Durable Goods Orders'. An economic indicator released monthly by the Bureau of Census that reflects new orders placed with domestic manufacturers for delivery of factory hard goods (durable goods) in the near term or future.
Cogniphobia in Migraine: The Fear and Avoidance of Thinking. Cogniphobia is the fear and subsequent avoidance of cognitive exertion in people with migraine because it is believed to trigger migraine episodes. Cognitive difficulties during migraine may contribute to the high rates of burden in occupational and household functioning.
One leading theory for the cause of migraines is âcortical spreading depression.â This wave of brain activity that sweeps over the brain, can be seen on an MRI and is blamed for migraine aura and other migraine symptoms. Others believe hyperactivity in the brain stem causes migraines. Because migraines are difficult to control, many people with this disorder often take medication regularly. Overuse of medication can also lead to migraines.