Soc 11 Performance Enhancing Drugs Flashcards
What does an anabolic steroid do
It mimics the male sex hormone testosterone and promotes muscle and bone growth
What are the advantages of Anabolic steroids
It enhances performance,Increases muscle mass,develops bone growth and allows the athlete to train harder and recover quicker
What are the side effects of anabolic steroids
Increased risk of muscle injury,Increased risk of heart attacks and strokes,high blood pressure and maybe even death
What athlete would use anabolic steroids
A weightlifterw
What does a beta blocker do
It controls the heart rate by lowering it and has a calming effect by blocking the effects of adreneline
What are the advantages of taking beta blockers
They help target spots where steadiness and precision are required by reducing heart rate
What are the side effects of beta blockers
Nausea,Diarrhoea,tiredness,depression,insomnia and nightmares
What sports would use beta blockers
Archery,Snooker
What are Narcotics/Analgesics
They relieve/reduce pain by depressing the central nervous system
Advantages of Narcotics/Analgesics
Give relief from injuries and allow athletes to compete while injured.Provides a sense of elation and being unbeatable
Side effects of Narcotics/Analgesics
Loss of concentration,Balance,Coordination,emotional effects,can uncrease risk of severe or long lasting injuries
What athletes would use Narcotics/Analgesics
Any athlete who is injured especially athletes such as american footballers
What do diuretics do
They are drugs that elevate the rate of urine production
What are the benefits of Diuretics
Can help peformers who need to lose weight,They can also reduce the concentration of any other banned substance that may be present in your urine
What are the side effects of diuretics
Dehydration this causes dizziness,muscle cramps,headaches and nausea
