Question

A friend of yours appears to have put on a lot of muscle very quickly. At the same time, you notice that your friend seems to have a lot of mood swings and appears depressed. It is reasonable for you to suspect that your friend has begun to take ______.

Answer 1

Answer:

An anabolic steroid

Explanation:

Anabolic steroids ca also e referred to as anabolic-androgenic steroids. They are synthetic or man-made steroids that mimic natural androgens like testosterone in their structure and functions. It is majorly used for muscle mass building.

When anabolic steroids are misused or abused, it can have an effect on an individual's mental health and presenting symptoms like depression, mood swings, mania, aggression etc.

Some athletes and bodybuilders take anabolic steroids to promote building of their muscle mass rapidly.