By: Makaila Lambert

Steroids

There are many different types of Steroids

Injectable Steroids, Steroid Pills, British Dragon Steroids, Cutting Steroids, Fat Loss Steroids, Mexican Steroids, Oral Steroids, Steroid Tablets, Bulking Steroids, Designer Steroids, Horse Steroids, Muscle Building Steroids, Steroid Cream etc.

Steroids are used for many different things. Most people use them illegally

Steroids can be addictive and be used out of habit

Steroid 101

Rapid weight gain

Unusual mod swings

Increased aggressiveness

Acne

Baldness

A deeper voice (females)

Increased hair production(females)

Liver damage and liver cancer

And enlarge heart

Cardiac death

High blood pressure

Increased cholesterol

Elevated blood sugars

Heart attack

Strokes

Excitation

Depression

Maniac episodes(roid rage)

Suicide

Stunted growth

Premature sexual development

Enlarged breasts in males

Decreased testicles (males)

Life threatening skin rashes

Arthritis

Effects of Steroids

Steroids can be prescribed by a doctor for certain medical reasons

They can also be sold illegally like in/through places such as:

College campuses Gyms Online The black market Drug dealers Mail orders

Where are They Sold?

You can take steroids to treat:

Arthritis

Asthma

Lupus and multiple sclerosis

Eczema and rashes

Some kinds of cancer

Medical Purposes of Steroids

Increase lean body mass, strength and aggressiveness

Reduce recovery time between workouts

Increase endurance

Increase muscle size

Reduce body fat

Improve personal appearance

Ways Steroids are Used Illegally

Pumpers

Gym Candy

Arnolds

Stackers

Balls and Bulls

A’s

Weight Trainers

Var

Drol

Dbol

Primo

Winny

Halo

EQ

Deca

Tren

Test

Common Names for Illegal Steroids

Only those that have had steroids prescribed to them by a doctor should use steroids

If you are not prescribed by a doctor and are just using them for your personal use then you may have to face serious consequences

Who Should use Steroids?

Punishment is driven by quantity

In Texas possession of over 400 grams has a range of imprisonment of 5 to life

The amounts are counted in units with one pill, capsule, or tablet equaling 1 unit

In Connecticut it’s considered a misdemeanor with a maximum sentence of up to one year in jail unless near a school, could be additional imprisonment

In Arizona it’s a felony charge but under a new law some offenders if eligible can get probation with drug treatment instead of prison time

What Happens if you are Caught with Illegal Steroids?

Louisiana carries a possible prison term with hard labor for a first offense personal possession charge

In Florida and Georgia possession of any amount is a felony with a sentence of up to 5 years imprisonment

In Colorado using is a misdemeanor but possession is a felony

In Alabama it is a felony charge carrying a prison term of up to 10 years

What Happens if you are Caught with Illegal Steroids? Cont.

http://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/anabolic-steroids

http://www.steroid.com/Types-of-Steroids.php

http://www.emedicinehealth.com/steroids/page3_em.htm#side_effects_of_prolonged_steroid_abuse

http://www.steroid.com/buy-illegal-steroids.php

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/steroids.html

http://www.steroidabuse.com/street-names-for-steroids.html

http://www.steroidabuse.com/legal-ramifications-of-steroid-abuse.html

References

What is one way steroids are used illegally?

A.) To bathe

B.) To increase endurance

C.) To make you healthier

D.) To control your breathing

Question 1

What can medical steroids heal?

A.) Lupus and multiple sclerosis

B.) Gout

C.) Scars

D.)AIDS

Question 2

What is an effect of steroids?

A.) Joy

B.) ADHD

C.) Broken Heart Disease

D.) Roid Rage

Question 3

Where/ what are steroids sold through?

A.) Auctions

B.) Mail

C.) Underground Railroad

D.) In the Oval Office

Question 4

Which of the following is a type of steroid?

A.) Designer Steroids

B.) Phone Steroids

C.) British Dragon Steroids

D.)Both A&C

Question 5

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