Illicit steroid use is becoming increasingly common among Australian youths, especially males, with 2.3% of high school students reporting use last year. This figure has remained stable over the past decade. Medical professionals like Dr. Beng Eu emphasize the influence of social media, which creates unrealistic body images and pressures young people to enhance their appearance through performance-enhancing drugs. As the accessibility of steroids increases, traditional perceptions of users are shifting from bulked bodybuilders to individuals focused on aesthetic appeal.
Dr. Beng Eu pointed out that there has been 'more acceptance of steroid use in certain circles,' particularly driven by social media pressures surrounding physical images.
In Australia, 2.3% of high school students reported using steroids or other performance-enhancing drugs, indicating a steady trend that has persisted over a decade.
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