SOC 11: Performance Enhancing Drugs (PED)

Question 1

What do anabolic steroids do?

Answer 1

Drugs that mimic the male sex hormone testosterone and promote bone and muscle growth

Question 2

What are the benefits of anabolic steroids?

Answer 2

Increases muscle mass and develop bone growth increasing strength

Question 3

What are the side effects of anabolic steroids?

Answer 3

Increases blood pressure. Increased risk of heart attacks, strokes and muscle injury

Question 4

What do beta blockers do?

Answer 4

They are used to control the heart rate and have a calming and relaxing effect.

Question 5

What are the benefits of beta blockers?

Answer 5

Increase steadiness and precision

Question 6

What are the side effects of beta blockers?

Answer 6

Nausea, diarrhoea, tiredness, depression, insomnia and night mares

Question 7

What do narcotics/ analgesics do?

Answer 7

Affect mood and behaviour, including drowsiness and pain relief. A nalgesics: painkilling/ pain relief

Question 8

What are the benefits of narcotics/analgesics?

Answer 8

Pain relief. Can allow an athlete to return from an injury quicker

Question 9

What are the side effects of narcotics/ analgesics?

Answer 9

Loss of concentration, balance or coordination. Emotional affects including hallucinations.