The Big Headache

The Big Headache by Jim Harmon is a short science fiction story that explores the consequences of advanced technology and its impact on society and human behavior. Harmon known for his work in speculative fiction crafts a narrative filled with humor irony and a touch of absurdity. The story is set in a near future where headaches—both literal and metaphorical—have become a common issue for the population. The protagonist likely an ordinary individual becomes embroiled in a larger plot involving a futuristic technology designed to cure headaches. However this technology or cure might have unintended side effects leading to complications that are far worse than the initial problem.