Why do people take performance enhancing drugs?

Transforming Society podcast

English - January 17, 2024 11:34 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MB
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In this episode, Jess Miles speaks with Nick Gibbs, author of ‘The Muscle Trade’, about the rise in the use of image and performance enhancing drugs, why people take them and how they get them.

They talk about how the reasons for people taking these drugs goes beyond sporting skill and physical prowess, the difference between online and offline supply, avenues for future research and ways of reducing the harm caused.

Find out more about the book: https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/the-muscle-trade

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