Ch. 14 AOD Steroids Only

What psychological effects can anabolic steroids cause?

Euphoria, increased energy, and increased aggressiveness.

Anabolic steroids are synthetic drugs that resemble __________

Testosterone.

Anabolic steroids can increase a user's risk for heart disease due to its impact on ________

levels.

Cholesterol levels.

The tendency for anabolic steroids to induce masculine secondary sexual characteristics

is referred to as __________.

Androgenic effects.

True or false: Olympic athletes were not banned from using steroids until 1988?

False.

What common side effects can anabolic steroid use cause in women?

Facial hair, baldness, and a deepened voice.

Which of the following is a common side effect associated with anabolic steroid use in

men?

Acne.

When were anabolic steroids required by law to only be available with a prescription?

1990.