Drugs in Sport-Psychological, Physiological and Social reasons for Doping

Question 1

What is doping

Answer 1

Athletes taking illegal drugs to enhance performance

Question 2

Social reasons for drug taking

Answer 2

-Win at all costs attitude
-fame and fortune
-pressure to win from coaches, family, media, sponsors
-lack of natural ability
-lack of deterrents
-sponsorship opportunities

Question 3

Psychological reasons for drug taking

Answer 3

-Increase confidence
-Increase aggression
-reduce anxiety/stress

Question 4

Physiological reasons for drug taking

Answer 4

-Reduce recovery time
-Increase VO2 max
-Increase oxygen carrying capacity, increased endurance
-Enhance muscle mass and strength