Steroids

1. Steroids The Dangers of Anabolic Steroids By: Kerry O’Donnell

2. Anabolic Steroids… • are powerful drugs that many people take in high doses to boost athletic performance. • increase body mass by acting like the body's natural male hormone, testosterone.

3. Steroids are also known as: • Roids • Juice • Hype • Pump • Sauce • Sloop • Product

4. Steroids have been found in: • both athletes and non-athletes at the college level, high school level, middle school level • Olympic and professional sports • sports that rely on endurance: track-and-field and swimming

5. Steroids have been found in:(cont.) • sports that rely on strength and size: football, wrestling, or baseball • weight training or bodybuilding

6. By needle injection In pill form Steroids can be taken…

7. high blood pressure heart disease cancers stroke/blood clots liver damage risk of ligament and tendon injuries severe acne baldness sleep disorders Serious health problems include:

8. Steroid use in males results in: • impotence or reduced sperm count • enlarged prostate • shrinking of the testicles • increased nipple and breast size • the body produces less of its own testosterone

9. Steroid use in females results in: • reduced breast size • increased facial and body hair • deepened voice • menstrual problems

10. Emotional side effects include: • aggressive behavior and violence (aka “roid rage”) • mood swings • hallucinations/paranoia • anxiety/panic attacks • depression

11. Are the results worth the risk? • Steroids do not necessarily make someone a better athlete. • They do not improve skill or agility. • In the end, the damage that they cause outweighs the “good.”

12. Safe Alternatives • maintain a healthy diet • good sleeping habits • set realistic goals • play smart and safe: safety gear and appropriate equipment • get a trainer or someone to oversee you and push you!