Anabolic-androgenic Steroid use and Psychopathology in Athletes. A Systematic Review
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Anabolic-androgenic Steroid use and Psychopathology in Athletes. A Systematic Review
The use of anabolic-androgenic steroids (AASs) by professional and recreational athletes is increasing worldwide. The underlying motivations are mainly performance enhancement and body image improvement. AAS abuse and dependence, which are specifically classified and coded by the DSM-5, are not uncommon. AAS-using athletes are frequently present with psychiatric symptoms and disorders, mainly s...
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عنوان ژورنال: Current Neuropharmacology
سال: 2015
ISSN: 1570-159X
DOI: 10.2174/1570159x13666141210222725