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Will caffeine cause an anxiety attack?

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Dr. Barbara Lavi answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Caffeine can trigger: A panic attack as can the combination of caffeine and sugar. If you are prone to panic attacks avoid both caffeine and processed sugars.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/30/2020

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