Anyone can suffer from a headache from time to time and be tempted to fake it to get out of something they don't want to do. However, by pretending to be sick, we risk getting into trouble if we get caught. If you've decided to fake a headache, you can follow some tips to make your excuse credible.
Steps
Part 1 of 2: Manifesting the Symptoms
Step 1. Know what the symptoms are
You will not be credible if you want to pretend to be in pain without knowing the illness. If you complain of a terrible headache, make sure you know exactly what kind of headache you want to fake so you can explain your pain to others when they ask. If you are trying to avoid a certain situation, try to emphasize the severity of your symptoms. This way, your discomfort will not seem trivial and you will not give the impression that you are deliberately avoiding something.
Step 2. Complain of pain in the temples
One of the main symptoms of headache is pain around the temples or on the forehead. As you feel this pain, bring your hands to your head and massage your temples. You can also moan or make sounds that emphasize your discomfort to convince others that you feel bad.
Step 3. Avoid light and noise
Sensitivity to light and noise is a symptom that often recurs when the headache is severe. To fake this symptom, close or squint your eyes to give the impression that you can't tolerate the presence of surrounding light or noise. Avoid going to places that are too bright or where there is noise as they could increase the pain if you really have a headache.
Don't emphasize this symptom. It needs to be credible, so don't raise suspicion about your behavior. Act discreetly without overdoing it
Step 4. Start slowly
Most of the time, the headache doesn't come on suddenly, so start complaining gradually. You don't have to flaunt your problem, otherwise it will look like you're faking it. At first say that your head hurts slightly. Shortly after, massage your temples, complaining of some pressure in the head. Then report that the lights and noises are bothering you. If you experience a gradual onset of symptoms, others will believe you.
Part 2 of 2: Acting the Part
Step 1. Go to bed early
If you are trying to make your parents think you have a headache, you need to go to bed early. Those who suffer from this illness feel pain and, in these cases, sleep can help relieve the symptoms.
If you're not sleepy at all, find something quiet to do in your room that will help you pass the time until you're really tired. By pretending to have a headache, you have the opportunity to escape something you don't want to do, so take advantage of these moments to dedicate yourself to something interesting
Step 2. Try to be irritable
When you have a headache, even the most normal things can be uncomfortable. Therefore, when you simulate this discomfort, you pretend to be irritated more easily than usual. You react differently to people around you and try to get nervous about what doesn't normally bother you. This way others will think you have an unbearable headache.
Step 3. Show less energy
Any discomfort takes away all our strength because the body is intent on repairing what causes pain. Don't go hopping around and don't be too frisky. Walk slowly with your head down, as if you are having a hard time moving due to the headache. Do whatever you are used to doing at a slower pace and complain of enormous fatigue.
Step 4. Try to look sick
People with headaches do not have a beautiful wax nor do they ooze joy from all pores. Try to get messy, apply a light layer of powder to your skin to make it look paler, or make two dark circles under your eyes. If you want to make others believe that you have a severe headache, you must give the impression that you are downcast and in pain.
Studies have shown that the way we move our mouths is linked to the credibility of our alleged state of infirmity. So, don't use it excessively, but make a few grimaces and frown without making too many movements with your lips
Step 5. Don't feel better immediately
The headache does not go away in an instant. If your simulation is successful, make it clear that you feel better gradually. It is enough that the healing does not seem too fast. You hint at how tired you feel, as it is a fairly common side effect of this illness. As a result, everyone will believe your story, and next time you will have less difficulty faking a headache.
