Most of us carry tension in our upper back and neck area which can generate to the rear of the skull which corresponds to feelings of frustration.  If this happens rarely, ibuprofen will do; however, if this is a common experience discomfort and deterioration of the area may result.  While we have made great progress in diagnosing and treating the physical aspects of the pain in the Western world we have at times been resistant to looking at and learning to manage the emotional aspects of chronic pain.  Psychology, which utilizes a focus on the mind/body connection can often be helpful especially if it utilizes holistic elements such as relaxation exercises and meditative methods.  Pain medications may be helpful in the short term, however, may be dangerous if utilized for periods longer than a week.  The rapid occurrence of psychological and physical dependence as well as tolerance and withdrawal often makes it difficult for the patient to withdraw from medication.   It may mimic their prior experience with pain making them feel as if their only answer to pain is medication.  When this occurs psychotherapy may be helpful in addressing the burgeoning addiction process.