A recent report from the Pulitzer Center, titled “The New Face of Anabolic Steroids”, sheds light on how steroid use has expanded beyond elite athletes and bodybuilders into mainstream culture. The investigation reveals a shift in who is using anabolic steroids—and why—highlighting growing usage among younger individuals and fitness enthusiasts seeking aesthetic changes rather than performance enhancement.
Once associated mainly with professional sports, steroids are now being embraced by everyday people chasing unrealistic body ideals promoted through social media. The article explores the health risks, psychological consequences, and the lack of regulation surrounding these substances in many countries. Experts warn of increasing cases of dependency, hormonal imbalance, and long-term health damage, especially among youth.
As public awareness grows, the report calls for better education, more accessible mental health support, and stricter controls on steroid distribution to curb this rising public health concern.
For full details, read the original article: “The New Face of Anabolic Steroids”. Courtesy of the Pulitzer Center.