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Caffeine: A Common Stimulant Explored
This chapter examines caffeine's role as a stimulant, discussing its effects on alertness, mood, and performance alongside its historical and cultural significance. It highlights the variability of caffeine content in different sources and the individual's metabolic response to it, particularly in relation to ADHD. The narrative further explores caffeine's similarities to stimulant medications, its influence on cognitive functions, and the importance of mindful consumption for those on ADHD treatments.