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Illicit anabolic steroid use: a controlled personality study.

W R Yates1, P J Perry, K H Andersen

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, University of Iowa College of Medicine, Iowa City.

Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica
|June 1, 1990
PubMed
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Illicit anabolic steroid users show higher risks for personality disorders and antisocial traits compared to general populations. This study highlights potential psychological impacts of non-medical steroid use.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Substance Abuse Research
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Illicit anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS) use is a growing concern for strength enhancement and cosmetic purposes.
  • While alcohol and drug abuse are linked to personality psychopathology, the psychological correlates of AAS abuse remain largely unexplored.
  • Understanding the personality profiles of AAS users is crucial for public health and clinical interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of personality psychopathology among individuals misusing anabolic steroids.
  • To compare the personality characteristics of illicit AAS users with those of alcohol-dependent individuals and general population controls.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study design was employed.
  • Illicit anabolic steroid users were recruited and assessed for personality psychopathology.

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  • Comparison groups included age-matched alcoholics and two distinct community control groups.

    • Main Results:

    • Illicit anabolic steroid users exhibited a significantly higher risk for personality psychopathology compared to community controls.
    • A portion of this increased risk was attributed to group membership effects.
    • Illicit anabolic steroid users, similar to the alcoholic group, displayed notable antisocial traits.

    Conclusions:

    • Illicit anabolic steroid abuse is associated with an elevated risk of personality psychopathology.
    • Antisocial traits are prevalent among illicit anabolic steroid users, mirroring patterns seen in alcohol abuse.
    • Findings underscore the need for targeted mental health screening and interventions for anabolic steroid users.