Soc 11 Flashcards
What is Anabolic steroids
Drugs that mimic the male sex hormone testosterone and promote bone and muscles growth
Benifits of Anabolic Steroids
Anabolic steroids are used to enhance performance. Taken to increase muscles mass and develop bone growth.
Side effects of Anabolic steroids
Increased risk of muscle injury, increased risk of heart attacks amd strokes, high blood pressure and even death
What are beta blockers
Drugs that are used to control the heart rate and have a calming and relaxing effects
Benifits of beta blockers
Beta blockers can help target sports where steadiness and precision are required
Side effects of beta blockers
Nausea, diarrhoea, tiereness, depression, insommia and nightmares
What are Narcotics and analgesics
.Drugs that affect mood or behaviour
. Drugs that elevate the rate of urine production
Benifits of Narcotics and analgesics
These drugs act by depressing the central nervous system and guve relief from painful injuries
Side effects of Narcotics and analgesics
Loss of coordination, loss of balance, loss of concentration and emotional effects
What are Diuretics
Drugs that elevate the rate of urine production
Benifits of diuretics
Help performers who need to lose weight. Diuretics may also be used to reduce the concentration of any other banned substance
Side effects of diuretics
Dehydration, which can cause dizziness
What are peptide hormones
Increase the rate of production of red blood cells.
Benifits of peptide hormones
Increase muscle growth, assist in recovery from injury and heavy training sessions.
Side effects of peptide hormones
Blood becomes thicker, which makes it more dificult to pass through the small capillaries
What are growth hormones
Used to inceease their muscles development
Benifits of growth hormones
Increases muscles growth and does not have as many side effects as seroids
Side effects of growth hormones
Minimal side effects, can be detected by a blood test
What are stimulants
Drugs that have an effect on the central nervous system or physical alertness. E.g. amphetamines, ephedrine and cocaine
Benifts of stimulants
Increase alertness, enabiling people to think more by stimulating the central nervous system.
Side effects of stimulants
Insomia, irregular/increased heart beat, high blood pressure and addiction
What type of athletes use anabolic steroids
