Steroids and Other Performance-enhancing Drugs (Junior Drug Awareness)

West, Krista

ISBN 10: 079109748X ISBN 13: 9780791097489

Publisher: Chelsea House Publishers, 2008

Synopsis

Steroid use is not just a problem for professional sports stars. Studies show that teenagers - especially boys - are using steroids in high school to change the appearance and strength of their bodies. As is true of the use of many addictive, illegal drugs, steroid use at a young age comes with a long list of worrisome side effects, including heart irregularities, cancer, and serious emotional problems. ""Steroids and Other Performance-Enhancing Drugs"" explores the facts and science behind teen steroid use, as well as efforts to keep the problem under control for professional sports stars and young people.

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About the Author

Series introduction author Ronald J. Brogan is the Bureau Chief for the New York City office of D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) America. He also serves as a D.A.R.E. regional director for Oregon, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont. In 1997, Brogan retired from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, where he served as a special agent for 26 years. He holds bachelor's and master's degrees in criminal justice from the City University of New York.

Edition details

• Publisher: Chelsea House Publishers
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 079109748X
• ISBN 13: 9780791097489
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 120