Caffeine

by Amy Francis

Overview

Caffeine consumption has become commonplace amongst young adults in recent years, with many teens, up to 80 percent, eagerly reaching for coffee or energy drinks on a regular basis. Caffeinated substances are legal, widely used by society, and often touted as having health benefits, yet many teenagers fail to realize that caffeine is also a drug. When misused it can lead to dependency or abuse. This informative anthology examines the various degrees of caffeine use, outlining a variety of perspectives on topics such as caffeine and cognitive performance, caffeine as an addictive substance, and the complexities of caffeine regulation.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780737773811
Publisher:	Greenhaven Publishing LLC
Publication date:	01/22/2016
Series:	At Issue Series: Health
Edition description:	2nd ed.
Pages:	216
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	15 - 17 Years