Steroids and Doping in Sports: A Reference Handbook 2nd Edition

Description

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to one of the most controversial issues in modern society—steroid abuse among athletes—as well as to the ongoing debate over the use and misuse of illegal substances in amateur and professional sporting events. Now in its second edition, this book provides readers, with updated critical and objective information about steroids and doping in sports. The first two chapters deal with the history and background of steroids and doping in sports in addition to current problems, controversies, and possible solutions. Additionally, they provide readers with the background to understand the nature of the problems involving steroid use and doping in sports in the United States and worldwide. New to this edition is the Perspectives chapter. Composed of diverse voices, this chapter allows readers to gain insight from scholars, athletes, journalists, and others who have a stake in the issues. Remaining chapters provide a variety of research tools, such as primary documents and biographical profiles, for readers to use in continuing their research. Other resources include a chronology, a glossary, and an extensive annotated bibliography. Helps readers towards an understanding of the nature of anabolic steroids and their effects on the human body, both beneficial and harmful Comprises an extensive array of tools that permits students to continue their own research on the topic Includes a glossary of terms that will aid readers in better understanding the technical language used in discussions of steroids and doping in sports Introduces readers to the complex issue of testing for illegal drugs in both amateur and professional sports, and to methods of testing and problems involved with mediating the validity and reliability of tests Introduces students to important individuals and organizations involved in steroid abuse and doping in sports, both historically and currently