The development of multiple drug use among anabolic-androgenic steroid users: six subjective case reports

Abstract Background: The inappropriate use of anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) was originally a problem among athletes but AAS are now often used in nonsport situations and by patients attending regular addiction clinics. The aim of this study was to improve understanding of the development of multiple drug use in patients seeking treatment at an addiction clinic for AAS-related problems. Methods: We interviewed six patients (four men and two women) with experience of AAS use who were attending an addiction clinic