Marta Karkoszka, Izabela Kufel, Artur Beberok, Dorota Wrześniok

Memory and concentration: knowledge and application of measures supporting the learning process among students
2019-08-31

Memory and concentration: knowledge and application of measures supporting the learning process among students

Coffee, energy drinks and dietary supplements have been present on the marketplace for many years. Common usage of these products among students, defines the aim of this survey study. The study involves 394 students. The samples were differentiated for medical (A) 250 and non-medical (B) 144. In the questionnaire, we asked about the usage of caffeine products before exams and mixing them. The results show that 65% of the A-group and 45% of B-group respondents drink coffee during studying. 50% students of each group mix coffee with other products to improved concentration. 21% of students have experienced side effects after using these products. Only about 15% students of each groups know right composition of energy drinks. 50% respondents think medical education is fundamental for appropriate usage of these products. The analysis point out that students should be more educated on caffeine side effects.

Keywords: coffee, energy drinks, dietary supplements, students.

© Farm Pol, 2019, 75(8): 419–425