1 Anabolic Steroids Nick Carnevale Conor Yunis Junior Health 11 Block 2B December 2015

2 Anabolic Steroids A synthetic steroid hormone that resembles testosterone in promoting the growth of muscle. Such hormones are used medicinally to treat some forms of weight loss and (illegally by some athletes and others to enhance physical performance. Street names: Roids, Gym candy, Arnolds, stackers and pumpers

3 General Facts about Anabolic steroids 1,084,000 Americans, or 0.5 of adults Many have died from heart attacks, strokes, or HIV The drug is decreasing because of strict rules in sports Usually men and Athletes use the drug FACTS  Olympics, NCAA, MLB, NBA, NHL and NFL have all banned steroids in their leagues.  Steroids can cause acne as a side effect.  Steroids bring a violent behavior to the user.  Steroid abuses select doses depending on their objective.  Stopping the use of steroids lead to withdrawal.

How is it taken? The drug is either take orally or injected into the muscles. 4

Physical Consequences Shrinking of the testicles/enlargement of the clitoris. Thinning and balding Effect fetal devolvement during pregnancy. 5

Mental and Emotional Consequence… Violence to law enforcement Presents danger to the users family. Minor provocations provoke exaggerated responses. 6

7 Preventing Anabolic Steroids It is a lifestyle for some people who want to enhance their performance in the gym or in their sport therefore it is difficult to tell someone to stop taking the drug.

8 Treatment If you or your friend are in a crisis and need to speak with someone please contact National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at TALK Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator at HELP

9 Complications of Anabolic Steroids The outlook is the user will become extremely larger The drug gets worse because you see results of muscle growth quicker so people enjoy seeing larger muscles. Visit a treatment center, call for help and or go to a hospital The complications can lead to liver cancer.

10 Anabolic Steroid usage

11 Summary of Anabolic Steroids You should remember that if you take steroids your cheating yourself from hard work and health and if you get caught your athletic career will come to an end because you’re labeled as a cheater.

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