Surprising, But Caffeine Withdrawal Is Real: Study Reveals The Truth Of Mental Disorder

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One cup of coffee and a great refreshment. Yes, this is the most common conception, but a recent study finds something different. Drinking coffee or consumption of excessive caffeine can create a mental disorder, and the name of that disorder is caffeine withdrawal.

The American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) defines the disorder clearly. Excessive intake of Caffeine can lead to an intoxication. The familiar name of this condition is "caffeine intoxication", though it is not similar to another kind of intoxication.

The study reveals that intake of 250 mg of caffeine on a regular basis must bring some unhealthy symptoms. The most common symptoms are nervousness, insomnia, restlessness, and excitement. Some people also experience gastrointestinal disturbance, the improper or rambling flow of speech and thought.

According to Live Science, the last version of DSM indicates clearly that caffeine withdrawal is the aftermath of the caffeine intoxication. Now the caffeine withdrawal also includes a number of symptoms. The most common symptoms of this problem are a headache, fatigue and the difficulty in focusing.

Difficulty in focusing is a key symptom that ultimately reveals the truth of the mental disorder. Dr. Charles O'Brien, the lead personality of the Substance-Related Disorder Work Group for DSM-5, refers caffeine as a mild stimulant and drug. He even says that people use it on a regular basis.

Dr. Charles O'Brien opines that excessive intake of this mild stimulant creates health problems afterward. If a person drinks more coffee than the permitted amount, then it is obvious that the person will experience the rebound or withdrawal effect. Withdrawal effect for a long time is bad for health.

According to International Science Times, Robin Rosenberg, the clinical psychologist, reveals that caffeine withdrawal is not a permanent problem. A person, suffering from this problem, can easily get rid of it if he limits or reduces the intake of excessive caffeine. Though it is true that drinking too much coffee for a long time can lead to a more serious caffeine disorder.

Alan J. Budney, another member of the DSM-5 work group, opined that a huge number of people suffer from caffeine withdrawal. He also added that this problem affects the regular activity of a person. He tabled this opinion in 2011.

It is necessary that there should be an awareness regarding the impact of the caffeine withdrawal. Coffee is consumed as a normal stimulant for refreshment. To enjoy the normal health condition it is necessary to maintain the proper limit of coffee consumption.