Caffeine is the most widely used mood-altering drug in the world. People often see coffee, tea and soft drinks simply as beverages rather than vehicles for a psychoactive drug. But caffeine can exacerbate anxiety and panic disorders. |
It's not just an academic issue. These are people who want to quit, should quit and can't quit. |
We know adults and children can become physiologically and psychologically dependent on caffeinated soft drinks, experiencing a withdrawal syndrome if they stop. |