The Articulation of Masculinities amongst Men who Use(d) Image and Performance Enhancing Drugs

H.D. Townshend, A. Tippett, O. Corazza, K. van de Ven
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The motivations for consumption of Image and Performance Enhancement Drugs (IPEDs) have been widely explored in recent years, particularly due to the identification of wide-ranging associated public health concerns. The majority demographic of those consuming these substances are men, primarily utilising these substances in pursuit of physical appearance and/or performance goals. Historically, consumers of IPEDs were understood to be those predominantly intent on athletic pursuits, for sporting performance or bodybuilding. More recently, though, there has been greater diffusion of these substances, with growing non-sporting populations consuming them in pursuit of increased muscularity or other body image goals. A novel mixed-methodologies approach consisting of two studies was utilised, consisting of a netnography investigating posts across four major online fitness forums, and a cross-sectional survey investigation, involving an in-depth qualitative analysis utilising images and original data. Results suggest that societal contemporary ideals of the masculine body, particularly as they are presented online and, in the media, are increasingly sexualised. This objectification then fosters the internalisation of body image concerns, ultimately influencing the motivation for the consumption of IPEDs. Hence, it becomes imperative to recognise masculinities as a pivotal focal point for the facilitation of efficient harm reduction strategies and the development of educational resources pertaining to IPEDs.
使用(d)形象和表现增强药物的男性中男性气概的表达
近年来,人们对图像和性能增强药物(iped)的消费动机进行了广泛的探索,特别是由于发现了广泛的相关公共卫生问题。这些物质的大部分使用者是男性,主要是为了追求外表和/或性能目标而使用这些物质。从历史上看,iped的消费者被认为是那些主要专注于运动追求、运动表现或健身的人。然而,最近,随着越来越多的非体育人群为了追求肌肉发达或其他身体形象的目标而消费这些物质,这些物质的使用范围越来越广。我们采用了一种新颖的混合方法,包括两项研究,一项是对四个主要在线健身论坛的帖子进行网络调查,另一项是横断面调查,其中包括利用图像和原始数据进行深入的定性分析。研究结果表明,当代社会对男性身体的理想,尤其是在网络和媒体上呈现出来的,越来越被性化了。这种物化促进了对身体形象关注的内化,最终影响了iped的消费动机。因此,必须认识到男子气概是促进有效减少危害战略和发展与国际间发展战略有关的教育资源的关键焦点。
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Emerging trends in drugs, addictions, and health
Emerging trends in drugs, addictions, and health Pharmacology, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Forensic Medicine, Drug Discovery, Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics (General)
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