WHAT THEY ARE

• Anabolic steroids is a common name for synthetic variants of the male sex hormone testosterone.
• Steroids are often legally prescribed to treat conditions resulting from steroid hormone deficiency.
• Although made for medical purposes, many athletes, bodybuilders, and others abuse the drugs in an attempt to enhance performance/appearance.

SHORT TERM EFFECTS

• Deepened voice
• Acne
• Oily skin
• Excess hair growth

LONG TERM EFFECTS

• long-term steroid use can affect some of the same brain pathways and chemicals.
• Aggression
• Mood swings
• Paranoid jealousy
• Extreme irritability
• Delusions
• Impaired Judgement

Information gathered from www.zupplements.com.