The Effects of Caffeine on Visual Attention in Caffeine-naïve Participants

Authors

Eva Tveten, Brigham Young University
Steven Luke, Brigham Young University

Keywords

caffeine, visual attention, cognitive function

College

Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Department

Psychology

Abstract

Controversy exists concerning the effects of caffeine on cognitive function. One of the greatest challenges in resolving this controversy stems from the fact that caffeine is the most widely used drug in the United States, consumed daily by a majority of the population. The frequent and widespread use of caffeine means that most research participants are already using it regularly. When this is the case, effects attributed to caffeine in studies can just as easily be explained by relief from withdrawals. What seems to be an improvement in cognitive function in participants who are given caffeine may simply be a return to baseline.

Recommended Citation

Tveten, Eva and Luke, Steven (2019) "The Effects of Caffeine on Visual Attention in Caffeine-naïve Participants," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2019: Iss. 2019, Article 44.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2019/iss2019/44