Drugs in Sport

Drugs in sport has now become a major issue surrounding most top sporting events. In order to provide a wide perspective on this subject from both the scientific and social/political viewpoint, this new edition has been expanded and extensively revised to cover: each major class of drugs - describing how they work and possible side effects. why drugs are used in sport - including their use for legitimate therapeutic purposes, social and recreational use and attempts to use drugs for performance continuation and enhancement. self-help ideas on how to deal with the problems that competitors face when self-medicating substances are banned. ethical and political issues involved in testing for drugs in sport. recent controversies involving drug misuse in sport. methods for the control of drug misuse in sport including the International Olympic Committee's accreditaion and testing procedures. A highly accessible text suitable for students on sports related courses, coaches and trainers and those involved in the management and administration side of sport.