The caffeine dilemma: unraveling the intricate relationship between caffeine use disorder, caffeine withdrawal symptoms and mental well-being in adults.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aimed to explore the relationship between caffeine use disorder (CUD), caffeine withdrawal symptoms and the prevalence of depression, anxiety and stress (DASS) in adults.

Design

The study utilised a cross-sectional design to assess the relationships between CUD, caffeine withdrawal symptoms and DASS.

Setting

Participants' CUD was evaluated through the Caffeine Use Disorder Questionnaire (CUDQ), while the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale-21 (DASS-21) measured DASS levels. Caffeine withdrawal symptoms and total caffeine intake were calculated based on self-reported consumption of caffeine-rich products.

Participants

The study involved 618 participants with an average age of 27·8 (sd 7·8) years.

Results

Participants consumed an average o

SUBMITTER: Bodur M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10882539 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature