I’ve tried to quit multiple times since then, but it never works out. I experience all of the symptoms typical of caffeine withdrawal— a strong headache, sleepiness, irritability, difficulty with concentration. One time I even felt physically sick. According to a study done by Johns Hopkins University, withdrawal symptoms typically kick in 12- 24 hours after the last caffeine dosage, hit their peak at the 20- 48 hour point, and last about 2 days to a week. I once got to the two week mark, and my headaches and physical uneasiness were gone, but I was still tired and had difficulty functioning and concentrating without coffee. Due to my regular coffee consumption, I’ve developed a tolerance. I started out by only having a cup in the morning when I was truly exhausted, but now I rely on it to feel normal. Its effects on me aren’t as strong anymore, as tends to be the case when the stimulant is used on a daily basis. I have to consume more of it to receive the benefits I want. It has been shown that caffeine is chemically addictive (Stromberg) . Many people don’t even realize how addicted they are to caffeine until they are forced to go without it and experience withdrawal
I’ve tried to quit multiple times since then, but it never works out. I experience all of the symptoms typical of caffeine withdrawal— a strong headache, sleepiness, irritability, difficulty with concentration. One time I even felt physically sick. According to a study done by Johns Hopkins University, withdrawal symptoms typically kick in 12- 24 hours after the last caffeine dosage, hit their peak at the 20- 48 hour point, and last about 2 days to a week. I once got to the two week mark, and my headaches and physical uneasiness were gone, but I was still tired and had difficulty functioning and concentrating without coffee. Due to my regular coffee consumption, I’ve developed a tolerance. I started out by only having a cup in the morning when I was truly exhausted, but now I rely on it to feel normal. Its effects on me aren’t as strong anymore, as tends to be the case when the stimulant is used on a daily basis. I have to consume more of it to receive the benefits I want. It has been shown that caffeine is chemically addictive (Stromberg) . Many people don’t even realize how addicted they are to caffeine until they are forced to go without it and experience withdrawal