Steroids

Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Medical Science, Pharmacology, Health, Reference
Cover of the book Steroids by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D., ABC-CLIO
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D. ISBN: 9781440803000
Publisher: ABC-CLIO Publication: April 25, 2014
Imprint: Greenwood Language: English
Author: Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
ISBN: 9781440803000
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Publication: April 25, 2014
Imprint: Greenwood
Language: English

A thorough, balanced examination of the controversies on the therapeutic and non-therapeutic use of steroids that covers both legal medical therapy and illegal performance enhancement.

• Examines the historical trends leading to steroid use as part of social attitudes and problems related to self-image, competitiveness, and aging

• Provides a thorough discussion of policy responses to steroid policy issues such as law enforcement and illegal trafficking, safety guidelines for medical practitioners, and unique considerations for youth protection

• Includes a host of related primary document resources that support the discussion on steroid use

• Supplies a detailed chronology of the major relevant events in steroid history, starting from the first discovery of synthetic versions of testosterone and including all major scandals in professional sports

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

A thorough, balanced examination of the controversies on the therapeutic and non-therapeutic use of steroids that covers both legal medical therapy and illegal performance enhancement.

• Examines the historical trends leading to steroid use as part of social attitudes and problems related to self-image, competitiveness, and aging

• Provides a thorough discussion of policy responses to steroid policy issues such as law enforcement and illegal trafficking, safety guidelines for medical practitioners, and unique considerations for youth protection

• Includes a host of related primary document resources that support the discussion on steroid use

• Supplies a detailed chronology of the major relevant events in steroid history, starting from the first discovery of synthetic versions of testosterone and including all major scandals in professional sports

More books from ABC-CLIO

Cover of the book Scientology in Popular Culture: Influences and Struggles for Legitimacy by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
Cover of the book The Challenges of Gifted Children: Empowering Parents to Maximize Their Child's Potential by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
Cover of the book Latina/o American Health and Mental Health: Practices and Challenges by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
Cover of the book Daily Life of Victorian Women by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
Cover of the book Engaging Community Through Storytelling: Library and Community Programming by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
Cover of the book Serving Latino Teens by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
Cover of the book Technology Handbook for School Librarians by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
Cover of the book Encyclopedia of the American Indian Movement by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
Cover of the book School Library Storytime: Just the Basics by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
Cover of the book Global Security Watch—The Maghreb: Algeria, Libya, Morocco, and Tunisia by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
Cover of the book African American Student's Guide to College Success by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
Cover of the book Misreading the Bill of Rights: Top Ten Myths Concerning Your Rights and Liberties by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
Cover of the book Philosophers of War: The Evolution of History's Greatest Military Thinkers [2 volumes] by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
Cover of the book Genocide, Mass Atrocity, and War Crimes in Modern History: Blood and Conscience [2 volumes] by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
Cover of the book Eco-Hustle! Global Warming, Greenwashing, and Sustainability by Aharon W. Zorea Ph.D.
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy