Caffeine Use and Its Association with Perceived Stress among Young Adults

Abstract

The present study explores how perceived stress is associated with caffeine consumption among young adults, while also assessing gender-based variations in both stress levels and caffeine intake. The first objective is to evaluate whether a significant correlation exists between perceived stress and the amount of caffeine consumed. The study further examines whether caffeine use and perceived stress levels differ significantly between males and females. Perceived stress refers to how individuals subjectively interpret and respond to stressful experiences in their daily lives, whereas caffeine use is defined as the intake of caffeinated beverages such as tea, coffee, and energy drinks. A purposive sample of 120 participants, aged between 18 and 25 years and representing both genders, is selected for this research. Data collection is carried out using the Perceived Stress Scale, the Effects of Caffeine Use Scale, and a demographic survey. The results aim to provide insight into the interaction between stress and caffeine use and how gender may influence these factors. This study has the potential to contribute to the fields of behavioural and psychological health and guide future interventions targeting stress and lifestyle habits in young adults.