Does Coffee help with anxiety?
Usually not. 6% of 54 people who reported on Coffee for anxiety say it improved. 2% noticed no change and 93% say it got worse. That is below the typical result for anxiety (85% across 95 options).
Anxiety: what users report
6%better54 reports · medium confidence
3 better1 no change50 worse
Ranked #94 of 95 for anxiety.
What people say about Coffee and anxiety
“Many people report that quitting coffee improved or even cured their IBS, including me. I quit coffee about three years ago and I feel better without the caffeine rush.”
“So i quit coffee. First two days sucked. But now, everything is lighter, temporary and I am finding giggles in everyday items.”
“All that I know is that I feel like shit when I drink it. Beyond the short boost I only notice negatives.”
“Coffee gives me severe anxiety, so I just don't drink it. Caffeine raises cortisol levels and interferes with circadian rhythm.”
Side effects people mention
anxiety 42jitteriness 37insomnia 11stomach issues 10tolerance 3
What else is Coffee used for?
Information only — not medical advice. How we count