Use of anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) is associated with adverse health effects. The
factors that predispose to AAS use among athletes are poorly understood, but attention …

The use of anabolic-androgenic steroids (AASs) by professional and recreational athletes is
increasing worldwide. The underlying motivations are mainly performance enhancement …

BackgroundAnabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS) use is known to be associated with other
psychiatric disorders, such as body image disorders, conduct disorder/sociopathy, and other …

Background The purpose of this paper was to explore maladaptive behaviors among
physically active individuals, including exercise dependence and use of anabolic steroids …

Background Anabolic androgenic steroid (AAS) dependence is associated with a high
prevalence of intra-and interpersonal problems, hence it is central to identify cognitive …

Introduction: The use of anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) and other image-and
performance-enhancing drugs is a growing public health concern. AAS use is associated …

BACKGROUND: Millions of individuals worldwide have used anabolic-androgenic steroids
(AAS) to gain muscle or improve athletic performance. Recently, in vitro investigations have …

Background Anabolic androgenic steroid (AAS) use is associated with a wide range of
adverse physical, psychological and social effects. While some experience few side effects …

The prevalence of anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) is rising, especially in recreational
sports and the general population. While body image significantly influences AAS use …

Objective The use of anabolic androgenic steroids (AASs) as performance and image
enhancing drugs (PIEDs), once restricted to professional athletes, now includes amateurs …