Steroids Tenth Grade Health Class Nick Stio

What do Steroids look like? Dangerous R I S K Y Illegal

What are Steroids?  Any of numerous naturally occurring or synthetic fat-soluble organic compounds  Have a basis of 17 carbon atoms  Include the sterols and bile acids  Adrenal and sex hormones  Certain natural drugs such as digitalis compounds  Precursors of certain vitamins

Types of Steroids  Anabolic: group of synthetic hormones that are derivatives of testosterone  Used medically (to promote tissue growth)  Abused by athletes to increase the size/strength of muscles and improve endurance

Types of Steroids  Androgenic: A hormone that has masculinizing effects  Stimulation of the male reproductive organs  Development of male secondary sex characteristics

Terminology  Aromatize : a reaction in the body where excess testosterone or androgens are converted to estrogen  Aromatize : a reaction in the body where excess testosterone or androgens are converted to estrogen  Black Market : an underground source where most athletes get steroids  Black Market : an underground source where most athletes get steroids  Catabolic : the breakdown of tissue  Clean : a person that has tested negative for anabolic steroids Linked to disease

Terminology  Cycle : period of time an athlete is on the steroid  Dart : Needle  Estrogen : female sex hormone responsible for secondary sexual characteristics in females  Estrogen : female sex hormone responsible for secondary sexual characteristics in females  Orals : Steroids that have been taken through the mouth *This can also be present in males!

terminology  Pin : Refers to a needle  Pin : Refers to a needle  Plateau : The point of a steroid cycle where the effectiveness of the steroid stops  Stacking : Putting two or more drugs together at the same time  Stacking : Putting two or more drugs together at the same time  Stagger : Using more than one drug in a cycle STOP

Slang Terminology  Juice: Street talk for steroids  Roids: Slang for steroids  Roid Rage: Acting in a hostile and aggressive manner due to steroids.

Users of Steroids Professional Athletes (MLB Players Alex Rodriguez, Barry Bonds) TeenagersAdultsOlympians USA Today Steroids

Before Steroids Alex RodriguezBarry Bonds Look how healthy!

After Steroids Can you spot the differences?

Why People Use Steroids  To help enhance performance  Make one self stronger  Increase self-esteem  Decrease bullying

Where do people get steroids from?  It is illegal to buy steroids!  Places people go:  Friends or teammates  Teachers or coaches  Doctors  Pharmacists  Veterinarians  Internet P u t a n e n d t o i l l e g a l s t e r o i d u s e !

Teen alert!  Steroids cause your bones to stop growing  You will not reach your full height potential  Using steroids can stunt your growth STOP Think… Will it be worth it?

Negative Side Effects

Short-term Effects  Acne  Bacne: Acne on the back  Insomnia  Weight gain  Congestive heart failure  Mood Swings Face Acne Bacne I’m Mad!

Long-Term Effects  Glaucoma  Cataracts  High-blood pressure  Heart disease  Diabetes mellitus  Obesity  Osteoporosis  Liver damage

Long Term Effects  Baldness  Aching pains  Enlarged prostate  Strokes  Blood clots

How to be successful without the use of steroids  Proper diet/nutrition  Sleep  Proper conditioning and training  Supervision from a qualified professional