How do drug use patterns differ between high school athletes and non-athletes. What impact does athletic participation have on substance use in adolescents. Are current drug intervention programs effective for student athletes.
Comparing Substance Use Between High School Athletes and Non-Athletes
The relationship between athletic participation and substance use among high school students has been a topic of significant interest for researchers, educators, and health professionals. A study conducted by Naylor et al. (2001) aimed to shed light on this issue by examining drug use patterns and perceptions of drug intervention programs among adolescent interscholastic athletes and non-athletes.
The research involved 1,515 Massachusetts high school students who completed a comprehensive 150-item survey assessing their use of both illicit and non-illicit substances. The results of this study provide valuable insights into the differences in drug use behaviors between athletes and non-athletes.
Key Findings on Substance Use Differences
- Athletes were significantly less likely to use cocaine and psychedelics compared to non-athletes
- Student athletes reported lower rates of cigarette smoking
- Non-athletes were less likely to use creatine than athletes
- No significant difference was found in the use of anabolic steroids and androstenedione between the two groups
These findings suggest that participation in high school athletics may be associated with a healthier lifestyle and decreased use of certain recreational drugs. However, the study also highlights areas where athletes may be at higher risk, such as the use of performance-enhancing substances like creatine.
The Impact of Athletic Participation on Drug Use Behaviors
The study’s results raise important questions about the factors that influence substance use among high school students. Does athletic participation itself contribute to lower drug use rates, or are there other underlying factors at play?
Several potential explanations for the observed differences in drug use patterns between athletes and non-athletes can be considered:
- Time commitment: The demanding schedules of student athletes may leave less free time for engaging in risky behaviors.
- Health consciousness: Athletes may be more aware of the negative impact of drug use on their physical performance.
- Team culture: The social norms and expectations within athletic teams may discourage substance use.
- Positive role models: Coaches and teammates can serve as influential figures promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
- Regular drug testing: The threat of detection through athletic drug testing programs may deter some athletes from using banned substances.
While these factors may contribute to lower rates of certain types of drug use among athletes, it’s important to note that athletic participation does not provide complete protection against substance abuse. The study’s findings regarding creatine use highlight the need for targeted education and prevention efforts addressing the unique risks faced by student athletes.
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Drug Intervention Programs for Athletes
One of the key objectives of the Naylor et al. study was to explore perceptions of drug intervention programs among high school athletes. The researchers’ descriptive analyses suggested that current drug interventions for athletes may be falling short of their objectives.
This finding raises critical questions about the design and implementation of substance abuse prevention programs targeting student athletes. Are existing interventions adequately addressing the specific needs and risk factors of this population?
Challenges in Drug Prevention for Student Athletes
- Balancing performance enhancement with health risks
- Addressing the unique pressures faced by competitive athletes
- Combating misinformation about supplements and ergogenic aids
- Promoting healthy coping mechanisms for stress and injuries
- Educating athletes about the long-term consequences of substance use
To improve the efficacy of drug intervention programs for athletes, a multifaceted approach may be necessary. This could include evidence-based education, peer support networks, mental health resources, and collaboration between athletic departments, health professionals, and substance abuse specialists.
The Role of Creatine Use Among High School Athletes
The study’s finding that athletes were more likely to use creatine compared to non-athletes warrants further examination. Creatine is a popular supplement among athletes due to its potential to enhance muscle strength and power output. However, its use among high school students raises concerns about safety, ethics, and long-term health effects.
Why is creatine use more prevalent among student athletes? Several factors may contribute to this trend:
- Perceived performance benefits
- Influence of peers and older athletes
- Availability and marketing of supplements
- Pressure to gain a competitive edge
- Lack of awareness about potential risks
While creatine is not a banned substance in most sports organizations, its use by adolescents remains controversial. Educators, coaches, and parents should be aware of the prevalence of creatine use among student athletes and provide accurate information about its effects, potential risks, and alternatives for improving athletic performance through proper nutrition and training.
Addressing the Use of Anabolic Steroids and Androstenedione
The study by Naylor et al. found no significant difference in the use of anabolic steroids and androstenedione between athletes and non-athletes. This finding is noteworthy, as these substances are often associated with athletic performance enhancement.
Anabolic steroids and androstenedione are synthetic substances related to testosterone that can promote muscle growth and improve athletic performance. However, they also carry serious health risks, particularly for adolescents whose bodies are still developing.
Risks Associated with Anabolic Steroid and Androstenedione Use
- Stunted growth
- Liver damage
- Cardiovascular problems
- Mood swings and aggression
- Hormonal imbalances
- Increased risk of certain cancers
The fact that both athletes and non-athletes reported similar rates of use for these substances suggests that education and prevention efforts should target all students, not just those involved in sports. It also highlights the need for comprehensive drug testing programs and strict enforcement of anti-doping policies in high school athletics.
The Protective Effect of Athletics on Cigarette Smoking
One of the positive findings from the Naylor et al. study was that high school athletes were less likely to smoke cigarettes compared to their non-athlete peers. This aligns with previous research suggesting that participation in sports may serve as a protective factor against tobacco use.
Several factors may contribute to the lower rates of smoking among student athletes:
- Awareness of the negative impact on athletic performance
- Social norms within athletic teams that discourage smoking
- Reduced opportunities to smoke due to structured schedules
- Emphasis on overall health and fitness in athletic programs
- Positive role modeling by coaches and older athletes
This finding underscores the potential of athletic participation to promote healthy lifestyle choices beyond the realm of sports. It also suggests that strategies used to discourage smoking among athletes could potentially be adapted and applied to non-athlete populations to reduce overall tobacco use among adolescents.
Implications for Future Research and Intervention Strategies
The study by Naylor et al. provides valuable insights into the complex relationship between athletic participation and substance use among high school students. However, it also raises important questions that warrant further investigation:
- What specific aspects of athletic participation contribute to lower rates of certain types of drug use?
- How can the protective factors associated with sports be extended to non-athlete populations?
- What strategies can be employed to address the higher rates of creatine use among athletes?
- How can drug intervention programs be tailored to better meet the needs of student athletes?
- What role do factors such as gender, socioeconomic status, and type of sport play in substance use patterns among athletes?
Future research should aim to answer these questions through longitudinal studies, qualitative investigations of athlete experiences, and evaluations of various intervention approaches. By gaining a deeper understanding of the factors influencing substance use among high school athletes and non-athletes, more effective prevention and education programs can be developed.
Recommendations for Improving Drug Prevention Efforts
- Develop targeted education programs addressing the specific risks faced by student athletes
- Implement comprehensive drug testing programs in high school athletics
- Provide mental health resources and stress management training for student athletes
- Foster positive team cultures that discourage substance use
- Engage parents, coaches, and health professionals in collaborative prevention efforts
- Address the use of performance-enhancing substances through evidence-based education
- Promote healthy alternatives for improving athletic performance
By implementing these strategies and continuing to research the complex relationship between athletic participation and substance use, schools and communities can work towards creating healthier environments for all students, both on and off the playing field.
Drug use patterns among high school athletes and nonathletes
. 2001 Winter;36(144):627-39.
A H Naylor
1
, D Gardner, L Zaichkowsky
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- 1 School of Education, Boston University, Massachusetts 02215, USA. [email protected]
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11928872
A H Naylor et al.
Adolescence.
2001 Winter.
. 2001 Winter;36(144):627-39.
Authors
A H Naylor
1
, D Gardner, L Zaichkowsky
Affiliation
- 1 School of Education, Boston University, Massachusetts 02215, USA.
[email protected]
PMID:
11928872
Abstract
This study examined drug use patterns and perceptions of drug intervention programs among adolescent interscholastic athletes and nonathletes. In particular, it explored the issue of whether participation in high school athletics is related to a healthier lifestyle and decreased use of recreational drugs and ergogenic aids. One thousand five hundred fifteen Massachusetts high school students completed a 150-item survey that assessed illicit and nonillicit substance use. Chi-square analyses revealed that athletes were significantly less likely to use cocaine and psychedelics, and were less likely to smoke cigarettes, compared with nonathletes. Conversely, nonathletes were less likely to use creatine than were athletes. There was no difference in the use of anabolic steroids and androstenedione between athletes and nonathletes.
Descriptive analyses appear to indicate that drug interventions for athletes are falling short of their objectives. This study suggests that athletes have a healthier lifestyle and that the efficacy of intervention programs must be further examined.
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Despite inconclusive efficacy data and concerning safety data, the use of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) in the adolescent population is on the rise. Anabolic-androgenic steroids, growth hormones, stimulants, and erythropoiesis-stimulating agents are among the most widely known and studied prescription PEDs in the adolescent population. The purpose of this article is to describe the proposed mechanism of action, efficacy and adverse effects of these agents as well as discuss prevention measures and treatment considerations for those patients at risk for, considering, or currently using PEDs.
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‘. . . PEDs [performance-enhancing drugs] may not produce significant gains over those undergoing natural puberty utilizing evidence-based nutrition and physical training regimens.’
Although the overall use of performance-enhancing drugs (pEDs) has declined, the use of PEDs in the adolescent population is on the rise.
1 The Partnership Attitude Tracking Study (PATS) found that in 2013, 11% of teens reported using synthetic human growth hormone within their lifetime—a 2-fold increase since 2012, while steroid use increased from 5% to 7% in the same time frame.2 The most commonly cited reasons for use of PEDs in this population is to gain an athletic advantage over peers and to improve appearance. There exist little data, however, to support such use as it appears PEDs may not produce significant gains over those undergoing natural puberty utilizing evidence-based nutrition and physical training regimens.3,4 The American Academy of Pediatrics strongly denounces the use of PEDs in the adolescent population.3 In addition to inconclusive efficacy data, use of PEDs carries significant risks including adverse health effects, the increased likelihood of future use of anabolic steroids and a shift in the focus of youth sports from pleasure and camaraderie to gaining a competitive advantage at any cost.
3 The purpose of this article is to describe the most widely known and studied prescription PEDs in the pediatric population, including proposed mechanism of action, efficacy, and adverse effects. The article will also discuss prevention measures and treatment considerations for those patients at risk for, considering, or currently using PEDs.
The American Academy of Pediatrics includes the following substances among the most widely known and studied prescription PEDs in the pediatric population: anabolic-androgenic steroids, growth hormones, stimulants, and erythropoiesis-stimulating agents. Many of these drugs carry profound adverse effects and have inconclusive efficacy data. Proposed mechanism of action, efficacy and adverse effects for each class of these prescription PEDs are described below.
Anabolic-Androgenic Steroids
Anabolic steroids receive a great deal of attention among athletes due to their perceived effect in increasing muscle mass, speed, and agility.
5 Between 1% and 12% of high school boys and 0.5% and 3% of high school girls report use of anabolic steroids with the highest rates found in male athletes competing in football, wrestling, and weight lifting.6 Athletes using anabolic-androgenic steroids have experienced increased muscle size and strength and higher fat-free mass indexes than nonusing athletes, but effects have not been found to persist beyond 6 weeks following discontinuation of use.6 Adverse effects of steroid use in the adolescent population include acne, hepatic dysfunction, suppression of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, unfavorable changes in the lipid profile, neurological changes (mania, aggression) and premature closure of the epiphyseal plates in the long bones.7
Growth Hormones
Growth hormone and insulin-like growth factor-1 regulate growth of bone and increase muscle strength and fat-free mass. Short-term use (6 days) of growth hormone in non-steroid-using athletes resulted in increased strength, power, aerobic performance, and respiratory muscle strength.
8,9 However, a systematic review of the effects of growth hormone on athletic performance concluded that while increases in lean body mass may result, use may not improve overall strength and could actually worsen exercise capacity.10 Long-term use (greater than 30 days) of growth hormone for improved athletic performance has not been studied.10 Adverse effects from the use of growth hormone include hyperglycemia, insulin resistance, edema, myalgia/arthralgia, gynecomastia, cardiovascular disease, and intracranial hypertension.11
Stimulants
Stimulants, including amphetamine, d-methamphetamine, and methylphenidate have the capacity to increase alertness and improve endurance, anaerobic performance, and reaction time.12 Past-year nonmedical use of amphetamines in high school students was reported at 6.2% in 2015 and the use of stimulants in collegiate student athletes has increased 3-fold in recent years.13,14 This class of PEDs is of particular concern due to therapeutic use exemptions that allow athletes to take these otherwise banned medications for medical conditions such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
In addition to the risk of potential addiction, amphetamine stimulants have a myriad adverse effects, including hypertension, tachycardia, heart attack, headaches, tremors, insomnia, anxiety/panic attacks, aggression, and psychosis.15
Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents
Erythropoiesis-stimulating agents such as erythropoietin and darbepoetin alfa are thought to improve athletic performance through enhanced oxygen delivery to active muscle tissue.15 Use of these agents has been shown to increase aerobic power and physical exercise tolerance.16 The health risks of erythropoiesis-stimulating agents occur as a result of increased blood viscosity and include heart attack, stroke, deep vein thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism.15
Despite inconclusive efficacy and concerning safety data, many adolescents continue to use PEDs. Various strategies have been employed to dissuade PED use, most commonly screening, punishment, and didactic education.
17 While didactic education programs exist to inform athletes of the potentially dangerous consequences of PEDs, many athletes choose to dope despite being aware of the possible consequences.18 In fact, a study of German adolescents found that PED use is more prevalent among individuals with increased drug use knowledge.19 A potential hypothesis for this lack of efficacy is the idea that these education programs target drug use behavior rather than underlying athlete attitudes. To illustrate, a survey of 198 Olympic athletes evaluated the motives, fears, and consequences regarding use of PEDs.20 The study found that 98% of these elite athletes would use PEDs if they knew they would not get caught and use would result in victory in their sport. When asked the same question with the caveat that the athlete would die within 5 years, 61% still reported they would use the PED. Another study, of high school football players, found that a risks-only education program failed to increase student athletes’ belief of any possible untoward consequences of PED use.
21 These findings suggest that fear-based counseling and education may not be effective when discussing the use of PEDs with competitive athletes.
Drug testing has also been used to detract athletes from PED use. In the high school setting, this approach has mixed results. The Student Athlete Testing Using Random Notification (SATURN) study assessed the effects of random drug testing among high school athletes.22 While the study showed potential benefit in reduction of prior year use of drugs, it also found negative effects on specific potential substance-use mediators, like less belief in the athlete’s own athletic competence and belief of authorities being less opposed to drug use. Because of the lack of solid evidence for their effectiveness, the American Academy of Pediatrics does not support widespread implementation of school-based drug testing.23
More recent approaches to deter or treat affected individuals relate to changing attitudes and orientations toward the intended goal of use (enhanced performance, improved physique, etc).
17 The transtheoretical model of behavior change and motivational interviewing (MI) technique have been proven effective when applied to problematic behaviors (smoking, alcohol abuse, etc) and their application may be beneficial when counseling competitive athletes on the use of PEDs. An article by Johnson et al17 thoroughly describes how these frameworks apply to this population in a clinical setting. The authors argue that many athletes who are contemplating or currently use PEDs require intervention methods that match their specific needs and readiness to change. These individuals do not respond to coercion or persuasion, so using MI to help the athlete identify discrepancies between their behavior (or contemplated behavior) and their values, motives, and interests may be more effective in the behavior change process. Important concepts emphasized in the application of MI include provider empathy, discrepancy development, rolling with resistance and supporting self-efficacy.
Performance-enhancing drug use is a problem in adolescent athletes. By definition, outperforming others is a goal of competitive athletics and thus, PED use may be perceived as rational behavior in a competitive athlete’s mind. Because it has been found that counseling focused only on the risks or consequences of PEDs are ineffective, counseling should instead emphasize the lack of efficacy of such agents where it exists. Motivational interviewing should be employed to explore the goals and values of the athlete, including where they want to go in life after sport. During this process, discrepancies are developed and motivation for avoiding or altering drug use behavior build. At the same time, this process builds confidence in the athlete’s ability to enhance their natural ability through undergoing puberty and utilizing evidence-based nutrition and physical training regimens. Health care providers should assist in encouraging this self-efficacy through the provision of evidence-based, safe alternatives to PEDs or directing athletes to resources where these alternatives can be accessed.
Declaration of Conflicting Interests: The author(s) declared no potential conflicts of interest with respect to the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article.
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The prosecutor’s office of the Ermishinsky district as part of the implementation of the activities of the regional preventive action “Together against drugs!” a lecture “On the dangers of drug use” was organized and held among students of the Yermishinskaya secondary school and training groups of the Fakel sports school.
During the lecture, special attention was paid to the negative consequences caused by the use of drugs, as well as what needs to be done to escape from this disaster and not fall into the network of drug addiction.
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As part of the preventive action “TOGETHER AGAINST DRUGS!” employees of the prosecutor’s office of the Ermishinsky district held a meeting with schoolchildren and young athletes
The prosecutor’s office of the Ermishinsky district as part of the implementation of the activities of the regional preventive action “Together against drugs!” a lecture “On the dangers of drug use” was organized and held among students of the Yermishinskaya secondary school and training groups of the Fakel sports school.
During the lecture, special attention was paid to the negative consequences caused by the use of drugs, as well as what needs to be done to escape from this disaster and not fall into the network of drug addiction.
Also, during the lecture, the students were given answers to a number of questions, namely, how to protect themselves and their loved ones from this disaster, how not to be led by false worldviews, how not to fall into the environment of drug addicts.
A separate block was given attention to criminal and administrative legislation prohibiting drug trafficking, as well as sanctions for committing offenses in this area.
In addition, during the lecture, the assistant prosecutor of the Ermishinsky district gave explanations of responsibility for committing antisocial acts, a conversation was held about the dangers of smoking and drinking alcohol.
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09:30 Moskovsky district: anti-drug propaganda is actively carried out in educational institutions
“Drug addiction is a global threat, it, unfortunately, has spread throughout our country, it has spread, of course, not today and not over the past few years.
In this situation, it is necessary to carry out a complex of anti-drug measures … ” Medvedev
In order to promote a healthy lifestyle among young people, prevent and suppress the facts of illicit trafficking in narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, develop skills to consciously refuse to take drugs, create an atmosphere of intolerance towards persons involved in their distribution in An anti-drug propaganda team was created in the Moskovsky district of Cheboksary. The summary schedule of speeches by specialists on anti-drug topics to young students was approved by the heads of the State Narcotics Control Service, the republican narcological dispensary and the district administration. This innovation, according to the head of administration, chairman of the anti-drug commission in the Moskovsky district of Cheboksary, Andrey Petrov, is essentially a kind of preventive measure against offenses against public health.
In accordance with the schedule of speeches, the subjects of prevention implemented a set of preventive measures to prevent drug addiction among students.
According to the organizers, such a format of joint field performances for young people on anti-drug topics will be held in every educational institution. Since the beginning of the year, many interesting and useful events for schoolchildren have already taken place.
So, in the general education institution No. 2, as part of the healthy lifestyle promotion program, a relay race was held for students, during which the guys demonstrated their physical fitness. The game of schoolchildren has turned into a real struggle for victory. After all, health comes through sport, which means a good mood and the will to win!
Within the walls of secondary school No. 27, with the participation of senior officials of the Department of the Federal Drug Control Service of the Russian Federation for the Chechen Republic, narcologists, famous athletes and specialists from the district administration, a day for the prevention of drug addiction was held. In an educational institution, the representative of Gosnarkontrol Olga Yakunina in an accessible language acquainted the audience with the crime situation in the field of illicit trafficking in narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances.
In the form of a dispute, she spoke about the legal norms of the current legislation providing for liability for offenses against public health. “Our goal is to prevent the evil whose name is drug addiction,” Olga Nikolaevna explained to those present.
Lidiya Grigoryeva, a doctor of the teenage office of the Republican Narcological Dispensary, also spoke to the public. She told students and their parents about the harmful effects of any drug on the human body, giving specific examples that she encountered in her professional activities.
In the propaganda team that came to visit the students, there were also current winners of various world-class sports competitions, who told them about a healthy lifestyle and the principles of a healthy person.
Alexander Khorolsky, curator of the Youth Social Service for work with youth at risk under the administration of the Moskovsky district of Cheboksary, spoke about the activities of the Youth Government under the administration of the district.
At the end of his speech, he showed the audience a video about the implemented project “The defining platform of the Youth Government – the winter Youth Gathering of the Moskovsky district of Cheboksary.” As students and their parents noted, the meeting turned out to be interesting and informative.
School No. 7 held a discussion on the prevention of offenses against the health of the population. Alexander Zharov, deputy head of police department No. 5 of the Internal Affairs Directorate for Cheboksary, told minors and their parents about the most common offenses among teenagers (drug use, alcohol use), and gave vivid examples. Active work in this regard will be continued.
As part of the anti-drug forum, specialists from the Center for Psychological, Medical and Social Support “Razvitie” held a lecture-conversation with 8th grade students of school No. 45 on the topic: “Alcohol and drugs are the enemies of man.” The guys examined the schemes of the influence of alcohol and drugs on the human body, the mechanisms of formation of bad habits.
