BY: RYAN VERES
Steroids in Sports and Teens
Steroids, what are they?
Anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS)
Synthetic substances similar to the male sex hormone testosterone
They’re usually used illegally to build muscle
They are also sometimes prescribed by doctors for medical uses
What gains can you achieve from using steroids?
You can gain massive amount of muscle in a short period of time
Sometimes doctors prescribe them to help people with certain kinds of anemia and men who don't produce enough testosterone on their own
Doctors also prescribe patients steroids to preserve lean body tissue in patients with immune system and muscle wasting diseases
What are some common names for steroids?
“Roids”
Pumpers
“Gym Candy”
Stackers
Juice
How to take steroids?
Some steroid users pop pills
Others use hypodermic needles to inject steroids directly into muscles
Steroid abusers have been known to take doses 10 to 100 times higher than the amount prescribed by a doctor for medical reasons
Risks?
There are many risks that involve using steroids.
Effects vary from men to women, but the negative effects outweigh the positive.
Risks that occur in men
Infertility
Breast delevoplement
Shrinking of the testicles
Baldness
Severe acne
Risks that occur in women
Deeper voice
Enlargement of the clitoris
Excessive growth of body hair
Baldness
Severe acne
Other risks…..
Delayed growth in teensTendon rupture Increased LDL cholesterol (Bad cholesterol)Decreased HDL cholesterol (Good
cholesterol)High blood pressureHeart attacksCancer“Roid Rage” –Extreme aggressionDelusions
Other effects from using steroids?
Effects from steroids aren’t just physical. There are many mental side effects of using steroids such as, roid rage, and delusions.
Steroid users fear of losing their gains and they may become steroid abusers.
Abuser can become severely depressed and may also commit suicide.
Teens and Steroids
Teens may feel pressured into using steroids by their parents and coaches to perform better on the field or court.
Some use steroids to try and make it to the next level whether that be college or professional sports.
Teenage girls may use steroids for purposes other than sports. They may use them to look thinner and lose weight.
Teens and Steroids
Teens and Steroids
Famous Athletes that have used steroids
Barry Bonds, the homerun king.Was just found guilty on a count of
obstruction of justice and will be facing jail time.
Famous Athletes that have used steroids
Marion Jones, Olympic track star.Tested positive for steroids and was striped of
her gold medals.
Famous Athletes that have used steroids
Rafael Palmeiro, all-star first baseman.Lied to congress about using steroids.Probably will never become a hall of famer.
Famous Athletes that have used steroids
Mark McGwire, all-star first baseman.Sammy Sosa, all-star outfield.
Famous Athletes that have been accused of using steroids
Lance Armstrong, 7 time Tour De France winner.
Accused of using steroids.
Videos about steroids
http://youtu.be/DOUsrpT3gXY
http://youtu.be/p_ewmP1L7ro
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