Pupils examine the problem of anabolic steroid abuse. They watch a PowerPoint presentation, identify and discuss resources available to help people with substance abuse problems, and develop a prevention plan to prevent steroid abuse at...

Students explore how steroids can harm the body physically and mentally.

Learners view a PBS "In the Mix" video about the use of steroids. They identify health risks, consider the emotional consequences of drug abuse and discuss the legal ramifications. They also research a variety of nutritional supplements.

Students investigate drugs in sports. In this performance enhancing drugs lesson, students discuss the uses for steroids in medicine and sports. Students utilize the web to play a steroid related game, view media clips of their favorite...

Students examine where one develops his or her views about health and ways in which teen-agers exhibit these influences, focusing particularly on the rising trend of anabolic steroid use in teen-age girls.

The mock trial case, Kyle Wilkins v. New Columbia County School District, concerns the lawsuit brought by a father who sues the district after his sons dies due to excessive steroid use.

More extensive than just a general overview of digestion and reactions, this slide show gives information about all areas of enzyme function.  Topics like the chemistry behind efficiency of enzymes, factors that affect speed of...

Young scholars study the effects of dietary supplements on bodily functions.  In this health instructional activity students calculate their caloric needs and research dietary supplements. 

An extensive resource providing facts about anabolic steroids. Covers what they are, how they are used, their names and more. Links to additional information are included.

The Encyclopedia of Sports Medicine and Science defines anabolic steroids, their use, and their effects and health risks.

An excellent, highly academic, report on steroid abuse and effects on the body.

A brief overview about steroids, the effects, and use of these drugs.

Included in this article from Family Doctor is information on what steroids are and how they harm those who take them. Here, you can read general information on steroid abuse and click links to related information.

This article warns against the dangers of steroid use and highlights the causes and harmful effects of abusing steroids in order to get bigger and stronger. Think about the reasons teens are drawn to steroids through discussion questions...

This article provides information regarding anabolic androgenic steroids. Learn what they are, what they look like, how they are used and their short and long-term effects.

Steroids are illegal drugs that are bad for you and cause serious health problems, although some athletes continue to use them to get stronger. Learn all about this dangerous drug in this article from Kids Health.

This lesson will describe the effects that exercise and steroids have on your muscles.

A brief overview about steroid effects and use, with a focus on grades 8-12.

Working to reduce the illicit drugs in America, this is the website of Partnership For A Drug Free America. This site contains a database of drugs with slang names as well as standard. For each drug there are descriptions of the drug...

The Encyclopedia of Sports Medicine and Science defines anabolic steroids, their use, and their effects and health risks.

Strength training isn't just for people wanting to develop larger muscles. This article discusses many of the benefits associated with weight training and how to determine your appropriate level of involvement. Links to related articles...

Get the facts on the use and abuse of performance enhancing substances in sports. Includes toolkits, contest information, fact sheets, and other resources.