Caffeine Withdrawal
Caffeine withdrawal can occur in anyone who regularly consumes caffeine and then abruptly discontinues its use. Common symptoms include headache, fatigue, low energy, irritability, anxiety, poor concentration, depressed mood and tremors, which can last anywhere from two to nine days.
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Diagnosis: W032
US Patients: Caffeine (Withdrawal)
World Patients: 84% daily
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Symptoms: interrupts adenosine’s natural tiredness inside of the blood-brain barrier, stimulates dopamine
Progression: reduces fatigue and drowsiness; improves reaction time, concentration and motor coordination.
Causes: primary benefit 1 hour – 3-4 hours after drinking; limit 2 cups during pregnancy; 3 cups during breast-feeding
Medications: withdrawal may induce sleepiness, irritability, headache and fatigue
Therapies: reducing caffeine decreases anxiety, jitters, anxiety attacks, depression and suicide
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Support Group: SAMHSA; 800-662-4647;
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- The caffeine dilemma: unraveling the intricate relationship between caffeine use disorder, caffeine withdrawal symptoms and mental well-being in adultsby Mahmut Bodur on February 2, 2024
CONCLUSIONS: The study concluded that caffeine, while recognised for its potential health benefits, also exhibits properties that may lead to addiction. The development of caffeine use disorder and cessation of caffeine intake can increase DASS levels in adults, indicating the need for awareness and appropriate interventions in public health nutrition.
- Ecological Momentary Assessment of Self-Reported Kratom Use, Effects, and Motivations Among US Adultsby Kirsten E Smith on January 26, 2024
CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE: Most participants in this study reported using kratom in a seemingly nonproblematic way. When such use appeared problematic, the key element was usually that withdrawal avoidance became a proximal motivator. Longitudinal studies examining changes in kratom use patterns and effects over time are needed.
- Drug and Alcohol Useby Ubaid ullah Alozai on January 1, 2024
Drug and alcohol abuse is a common societal problem worldwide.
- Caffeine Withdrawalby Karima R. Sajadi-Ernazarova on January 1, 2024
Caffeine is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant of the methylxanthine class and is one of the most widely used drugs in the world. Unlike other psychoactive drugs, it is legal, cheap, and not regulated in almost all parts of the world. Individuals who habitually drink caffeine-contained beverages may develop a physical, emotional, and psychological dependence on it and may experience a caffeine withdrawal syndrome after abrupt cessation of caffeine intake. Multiple studies have demonstrated...