Is caffeine use disorder included in the DSM?

Caffeine use disorder is not included in the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) as a recognized disorder. The DSM provides specific criteria for various mental health conditions, but as of the latest edition, caffeine use disorder is notably absent.

While caffeine can lead to symptoms such as dependence, withdrawal, and tolerance, the current consensus in psychiatry is that it does not typically cause significant impairment or distress that is characteristic of other substance use disorders included in the DSM. This is why it is correctly stated that caffeine use disorder is not included, differentiating it from substances that do warrant such classification due to their potential for addiction and the severity of their impact on individuals' lives.

Ongoing research and clinical observation may lead to changes in future editions of the DSM, but as of now, caffeine use disorder is not classified as a formal mental disorder.