Caffeine Intoxication occurs when there is recent consumption of caffeine and five or more signs or symptoms that develop during or shortly after caffeine use, and causes clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.[1] Importantly, the DSM-5 does not have a diagnosis of caffeine use disorder.[2]
Recent consumption of caffeine (typically a high dose, >250mg)
At least 5
of the following signs or symptoms developing during, or shortly after caffeine use:
The signs or symptoms in Criterion B
cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.
The signs or symptoms are not attributable to another medical condition and are not better explained by another mental disorder, including intoxication with another substance.