Don Hooton: steroids can lead to certain serious health problems

Several medicines are called “performance-enhancing drugs”. What do these products represent? Why have been they named “performance-enhancing”? Various individuals may present different definitions. Let mention what an adolescent believes! Before presenting her opinion it is important to mention that her brother, Taylor Hooton, had serious depression after usage of steroids. Finally, he committed suicide. He desired to look like Melky Cabrera, Barry Bonds and other prominent sportspersons that have administered steroids. But his death came suddenly. His sister believes that performance-enhancing drugs are dangerous preparations. They are named “performance-enhancing drugs” in order to lure young people who desire to improve their appearances and performances.
Don Hooton, Taylor’s father, formed a foundation to teach youth about risks linked with steroids. He describes which risks are associated with usage of anabolic steroids and other related medications. He also uses slideshow presentations in order to explain that these drugs may cause such negative effects, as diabetes, heart diseases, liver dysfunctions, etc.
Don Hooton tries to teach young people about severe risks related to administration of steroids. But he admits that it is not easy. He confirms that many young individuals apply doping products. When their friends see that they become stronger and more muscular, they desire to be like them. They follow their examples in order to improve appearance and have more endurance.
Unluckily, certain parents believe that their children are free from steroid use. Some of them believe that their daughters don’t administer steroids because these drugs are recommended to get muscles and body weight in general. But according to numerous sources, girls also apply steroids. They take these preparations in order to lose fat. Some parents don’t know that anabolic steroids are also administered to burn fat. That’s why adults also should be educated about effects of steroids. Moreover, certain parents think that their children don’t take steroids because these medications are expensive. But it is enough to have 20-500 dollars in order to purchase steroids for a cycle.
It is affirmed that every16th high school student applies steroids. But this point of view is mistaken. Every 16th high school student admits to applying doping products.   But numerous persons hide that they apply these preparations.
Those who listen to Don Hooton’s presentations about steroids express their thanks. They are thankful that they may get knowledge about these products.