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Performance-enhancing drugs and teen athletes
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Common performance-enhancing drugs
Why it happens
Hazards of performance-enhancing drugs
What parents can do
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Given that famous athletes have admitted to using performance-enhancing drugs, it's not surprising that teens might turn to steroids and other substances to boost their sports performance.
If you're the parent of a teen athlete, start a discussion about performance-enhancing drugs. By explaining the consequences of using performance-enhancing drugs, you can help your teen steer clear.